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Libby P, Smith R, Rubin EJ, Glassberg MK, Farkouh ME, Rosenson RS. Inflammation unites diverse acute and chronic diseases. Eur J Clin Invest 2024:e14280. [PMID: 39046830 DOI: 10.1111/eci.14280] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/15/2024] [Accepted: 06/10/2024] [Indexed: 07/27/2024]
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BACKGROUND Inflammation and immunity contribute pivotally to diverse acute and chronic diseases. Inflammatory pathways have become increasingly targets for therapy. Yet, despite substantial similarity in mechanisms and pathways, the scientific, medical, pharma and biotechnology sectors have generally focused programs finely on a single disease entity or organ system. This insularity may impede progress in innovation and the harnessing of powerful new insights into inflammation biology ripe for clinical translation. METHODS A multidisciplinary thinktank reviewed highlights how inflammation contributes to diverse diseases, disturbed homeostasis, ageing and impaired healthspan. We explored how common inflammatory and immune mechanisms that operate in key conditions in their respective domains. This consensus review highlights the high degree of commonality of inflammatory mechanisms in a diverse array of conditions that together contribute a major part of the global burden of morbidity and mortality and present an enormous challenge to public health and drain on resources. RESULTS We demonstrate how that shared inflammatory mechanisms unite many seemingly disparate diseases, both acute and chronic. The examples of infection, cardiovascular conditions, pulmonary diseases, rheumatological disorders, dementia, cancer and ageing illustrate the overlapping pathogenesis. We outline opportunities to synergize, reduce duplication and consolidate efforts of the clinical, research and pharmaceutical communities. Enhanced recognition of these commonalties should promote cross-fertilization and hasten progress in this rapidly moving domain. CONCLUSIONS Greater appreciation of the shared mechanisms should simplify understanding seemingly disparate diseases for clinicians and help them to recognize inflammation as a therapeutic target which the development of novel therapies is rendering actionable.
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- Peter Libby
- Division of Cardiovascular Medicine, Department of Medicine, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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- Department of Immunology and Infectious Diseases, Harvard T. H. Chan School of Public Health, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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- Division of Cardiology, University Health Network, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
- Peter Munk Centre of Excellence in Multinational Clinical Trials, University Health Network, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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- Cardiometabolics Unit, Mount Sinai Icahn School of Medicine, Mount Sinai Hospital, New York, New York, USA
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Zhou Z, Zhang G, Wang Z, Xu Y, Qin H, Zhang H, Zhang P, Li Z, Xu S, Tan X, Zeng Y, Yu F, Zhu S, Chang L, Zheng Y, Han X. Molecular subtypes of ischemic heart disease based on circadian rhythm. Sci Rep 2024; 14:14155. [PMID: 38898215 PMCID: PMC11187219 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-024-65236-5] [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: 03/25/2024] [Accepted: 06/18/2024] [Indexed: 06/21/2024] Open
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Coronary atherosclerotic heart disease (CAD) is among the most prevalent chronic diseases globally. Circadian rhythm disruption (CRD) is closely associated with the progression of various diseases. However, the precise role of CRD in the development of CAD remains to be elucidated. The Circadian rhythm disruption score (CRDscore) was employed to quantitatively assess the level of CRD in CAD samples. Our investigation revealed a significant association between high CRDscore and adverse prognosis in CAD patients, along with a substantial correlation with CAD progression. Remarkably distinct CRDscore distributions were also identified among various subtypes. In summary, we have pioneered the revelation of the relationship between CRD and CAD at the single-cell level and established reliable markers for the development, treatment, and prognosis of CAD. A deeper understanding of these mechanisms may offer new possibilities for incorporating "the therapy of coronary heart disease based circadian rhythm" into personalized medical treatment regimens.
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- Zhaokai Zhou
- Department of Interventional Radiology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, 450052, Henan, China
- Department of Urology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, 450052, Henan, China
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- Department of Cardiology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, 450052, Henan, China
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- Department of Urology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, 450052, Henan, China
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- Department of Neurology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, 450052, Henan, China
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- Department of Neurology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, 450052, Henan, China
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- Department of Thyroid Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, China
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- Department of Lung Cancer, Tianjin Lung Cancer Center, National Clinical Research Center for Cancer, Key Laboratory of Cancer Prevention and Therapy, Tianjin's Clinical Research Center for Cancer, Tianjin Medical University Cancer Institute and Hospital, Tianjin, China
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial-Head and Neck Oncology, Shanghai Ninth People's Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Cardiology, The Fourth Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Suzhou Dushu Lake Hospital, Medical Center of Soochow University, Suzhou, 215000, China
- Institute for Hypertension, Soochow University, Suzhou, 215000, China
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- Department of Cardiology, The Fourth Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Suzhou Dushu Lake Hospital, Medical Center of Soochow University, Suzhou, 215000, China
- Institute for Hypertension, Soochow University, Suzhou, 215000, China
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- Department of Cardiology, The Fourth Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Suzhou Dushu Lake Hospital, Medical Center of Soochow University, Suzhou, 215000, China
- Institute for Hypertension, Soochow University, Suzhou, 215000, China
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- Department of Cardiology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, 450052, Henan, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, No. 1 Jianshe East Road, Zhengzhou, China
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- School of Medicine, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, China
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- Department of Cardiology, Fuwai Hospital, National Centre for Cardiovascular Diseases, National Clinical Research Centre for Cardiovascular Diseases, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China
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- Department of Interventional Radiology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, 450052, Henan, China.
- Interventional Institute of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, 450052, Henan, China.
- Interventional Treatment and Clinical Research Center of Henan Province, Zhengzhou, 450052, Henan, China.
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Li X, Jiang S, Gu X, Liu X, Shang S, Zhang J, Pang K, Li W. Assessment of the safety of Roxadustat for cardiovascular events in chronic kidney disease-related anemia using meta-analysis and bioinformatics. Front Pharmacol 2024; 15:1380326. [PMID: 38962312 PMCID: PMC11220233 DOI: 10.3389/fphar.2024.1380326] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/01/2024] [Accepted: 05/31/2024] [Indexed: 07/05/2024] Open
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Objective This study compares the cardiovascular risk in anemic chronic kidney disease patients treated with Roxadustat versus erythropoietin stimulating agents (ESAs). It also explores the cardiovascular impact of Roxadustat. Methods We searched PubMed, EMBASE, Cochrane, Scopus, and Web of Science databases up to 13 August 2023, using terms such as "ESA," "Roxadustat," "MACE," "stroke," "death," "myocardial infarction," and "heart failure." Two researchers independently selected and extracted data based on predefined criteria. We assessed the risk of bias with the Cochrane tool and analyzed statistical heterogeneity using the Q and I2 tests. We conducted subgroup analyses by geographical region and performed data analysis with Stata 14.0 and RevMan 5.4 software. Data were sourced from the NCBI database by filtering for "Roxadustat" and "human," and differentially expressed genes were identified using R software, setting the significance at p < 0.01 and a 2-fold logFC, followed by GO enrichment analysis, KEGG pathway analysis, and protein interaction network analysis. Results A total of 15 articles encompassing 1,43,065 patients were analyzed, including 1,38,739 patients treated with ESA and 4,326 patients treated with Roxadustat. In the overall population meta-analysis, the incidences of Major Adverse Cardiovascular Events (MACE), death, and heart failure (HF) were 13%, 8%, and 4% in the Roxadustat group, compared to 17%, 12%, and 6% in the ESA group, respectively, with P-values greater than 0.05. In the subgroup analysis, the incidences were 13%, 11%, and 4% for the Roxadustat group versus 17%, 15%, and 5% for the ESA group, also with p-values greater than 0.05. Bioinformatics analysis identified 59 differentially expressed genes, mainly involved in the inflammatory response. GO enrichment analysis revealed that these genes are primarily related to integrin binding. The main pathways identified were the TNF signaling pathway, NF-κB signaling pathway, and lipid metabolism related to atherosclerosis. The protein interaction network highlighted IL1B, CXCL8, ICAM1, CCL2, and CCL5 as the top five significantly different genes, all involved in the inflammatory response and downregulated by Roxadustat, suggesting a potential role in reducing inflammation. Conclusion The meta-analysis suggests that the use of Roxadustat and ESA in treating anemia associated with chronic kidney disease does not significantly alter the likelihood of cardiovascular events in the overall and American populations. However, Roxadustat exhibited a safer profile with respect to MACE, death, and heart failure. The bioinformatics findings suggest that Roxadustat may influence integrin adhesion and affect the TNF and NF-κB signaling pathways, along with lipid and atherosclerosis pathways, potentially reducing inflammation.
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- Xiangmeng Li
- Department of Nephrology, China-Japan Friendship Hospital, Beijing, China
- Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China
- Key Laboratory of Chronic Kidney Disease and Mineral Metabolism of Hebei Province, Baoding, Hebei, China
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- Department of Nephrology, China-Japan Friendship Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Department of Nephrology, China-Japan Friendship Hospital, Beijing, China
- Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China
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- Department of Nephrology, China-Japan Friendship Hospital, Beijing, China
- Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China
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- Department of Nephrology, China-Japan Friendship Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing, China
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- College of Pharmacy, Hebei University of Chinese Medicine, Shijiazhuang, Hebei, China
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- Department of Nephrology, China-Japan Friendship Hospital, Beijing, China
- Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China
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Liu S, Zhang B, Zhou J, Lv J, Zhang J, Li X, Yang W, Guo Y. Inhibition of differentiation of monocyte-derived macrophages toward an M2-Like phenotype May Be a neglected mechanism of β-AR receptor blocker therapy for atherosclerosis. Front Pharmacol 2024; 15:1378787. [PMID: 38903990 PMCID: PMC11188457 DOI: 10.3389/fphar.2024.1378787] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/30/2024] [Accepted: 05/13/2024] [Indexed: 06/22/2024] Open
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The clinical efficacy of adrenergic β-receptor (β-AR) blockers in significantly stabilizing atherosclerotic plaques has been extensively supported by evidence-based medical research; however, the underlying mechanism remains unclear. Recent findings have highlighted the impact of lipid-induced aberrant polarization of macrophages during normal inflammatory-repair and regenerative processes on atherosclerosis formation and progression. In this review, we explore the relationship between macrophage polarization and atherosclerosis, as well as the influence of β-AR blockers on macrophage polarization. Based on the robust evidence supporting the use of β-AR blockers for treating atherosclerosis, we propose that their main mechanism involves inhibiting monocyte-derived macrophage differentiation towards an M2-like phenotype.
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- Affiliated Renhe Hospital, China Three Gorges University, Yichang, China
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Chen R, Zhang H, Tang B, Luo Y, Yang Y, Zhong X, Chen S, Xu X, Huang S, Liu C. Macrophages in cardiovascular diseases: molecular mechanisms and therapeutic targets. Signal Transduct Target Ther 2024; 9:130. [PMID: 38816371 PMCID: PMC11139930 DOI: 10.1038/s41392-024-01840-1] [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: 12/23/2023] [Revised: 04/02/2024] [Accepted: 04/21/2024] [Indexed: 06/01/2024] Open
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The immune response holds a pivotal role in cardiovascular disease development. As multifunctional cells of the innate immune system, macrophages play an essential role in initial inflammatory response that occurs following cardiovascular injury, thereby inducing subsequent damage while also facilitating recovery. Meanwhile, the diverse phenotypes and phenotypic alterations of macrophages strongly associate with distinct types and severity of cardiovascular diseases, including coronary heart disease, valvular disease, myocarditis, cardiomyopathy, heart failure, atherosclerosis and aneurysm, which underscores the importance of investigating macrophage regulatory mechanisms within the context of specific diseases. Besides, recent strides in single-cell sequencing technologies have revealed macrophage heterogeneity, cell-cell interactions, and downstream mechanisms of therapeutic targets at a higher resolution, which brings new perspectives into macrophage-mediated mechanisms and potential therapeutic targets in cardiovascular diseases. Remarkably, myocardial fibrosis, a prevalent characteristic in most cardiac diseases, remains a formidable clinical challenge, necessitating a profound investigation into the impact of macrophages on myocardial fibrosis within the context of cardiac diseases. In this review, we systematically summarize the diverse phenotypic and functional plasticity of macrophages in regulatory mechanisms of cardiovascular diseases and unprecedented insights introduced by single-cell sequencing technologies, with a focus on different causes and characteristics of diseases, especially the relationship between inflammation and fibrosis in cardiac diseases (myocardial infarction, pressure overload, myocarditis, dilated cardiomyopathy, diabetic cardiomyopathy and cardiac aging) and the relationship between inflammation and vascular injury in vascular diseases (atherosclerosis and aneurysm). Finally, we also highlight the preclinical/clinical macrophage targeting strategies and translational implications.
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- Runkai Chen
- Department of Cardiology, Laboratory of Heart Center, Heart Center, Translational Medicine Research Center, Zhujiang Hospital, Southern Medical University, 253 Industrial Avenue, Guangzhou, 510280, China
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- Department of Cardiology, Laboratory of Heart Center, Heart Center, Translational Medicine Research Center, Zhujiang Hospital, Southern Medical University, 253 Industrial Avenue, Guangzhou, 510280, China
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- Department of Cardiology, Laboratory of Heart Center, Heart Center, Translational Medicine Research Center, Zhujiang Hospital, Southern Medical University, 253 Industrial Avenue, Guangzhou, 510280, China
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- Department of Cardiology, Laboratory of Heart Center, Heart Center, Translational Medicine Research Center, Zhujiang Hospital, Southern Medical University, 253 Industrial Avenue, Guangzhou, 510280, China
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- Department of Cardiology, Laboratory of Heart Center, Heart Center, Translational Medicine Research Center, Zhujiang Hospital, Southern Medical University, 253 Industrial Avenue, Guangzhou, 510280, China
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- Department of Cardiology, Laboratory of Heart Center, Heart Center, Translational Medicine Research Center, Zhujiang Hospital, Southern Medical University, 253 Industrial Avenue, Guangzhou, 510280, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Cardiovascular Disease, Fuwai Hospital, National Center for Cardiovascular Diseases, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, 100037, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Cardiovascular Disease, Fuwai Hospital, National Center for Cardiovascular Diseases, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, 100037, China.
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- State Key Laboratory of Cardiovascular Disease, Fuwai Hospital, National Center for Cardiovascular Diseases, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, 100037, China.
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- Department of Cardiology, Laboratory of Heart Center, Heart Center, Translational Medicine Research Center, Zhujiang Hospital, Southern Medical University, 253 Industrial Avenue, Guangzhou, 510280, China.
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Zeng G, Lin Y, Xie P, Lin J, He Y, Wei J. Relationship of the Neutrophil-Lymphocyte Ratio with All-Cause and Cardiovascular Mortality in Patients with Diabetic Kidney Disease: A Prospective Cohort Study of NHANES Study. J Multidiscip Healthc 2024; 17:2461-2473. [PMID: 38799017 PMCID: PMC11127657 DOI: 10.2147/jmdh.s465317] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/22/2024] [Accepted: 05/15/2024] [Indexed: 05/29/2024] Open
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Background To investigate the association between the NLR and the risk of all-cause and cardiovascular mortality in US adults with diabetic kidney disease (DKD). Methods The data utilized for this analysis were sourced from ten National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey cycles (1999-2018) with mortality data (up to 31 December 2019) via linkage to the National Death Index. The optimum NLR threshold for predicting survival outcomes was determined through the maximally selected rank statistics. Restricted cubic spline (RCS), weighted Cox proportional hazard regression, stratified analyses, and time-dependent receiver-operating characteristic curve (ROC) were employed to delineate the prospective correlations of the NLR with both all-cause and cardiovascular mortality. Results In this investigation, a cohort comprising 2581 patients diagnosed with DKD was examined, encompassing 624 individuals with a higher NLR (≥3.07) and 1957 subjects with a lower NLR (<3.07). Over a median follow-up of 79 months (interquartile range, 44-128 months), 1103 deaths occurred, including 397 from cardiovascular causes and 706 from non-cardiovascular causes. The RCS analysis elucidated the positive linear correlation (both nonlinear P > 0.05). In the multivariable analyses, each one-unit increase in the NLR value was correlated with a 51% increased risk of all-cause mortality (1.51(1.28, 1.77)) and a 71% increased risk of cardiovascular mortality (1.71(1.32, 2.21)). The results were largely consistent across stratified analyses encompassing variables such as age, sex, race/ethnicity, marital status, family income, education levels, BMI, drinking status, smoking status, hypertension, CVD, and anti-infective drugs (P for interaction >0.05 for all). Time-dependent ROC analyses underscored the NLR's credible predictive efficacy for both short-term and extended durations in forecasting both all-cause and cardiovascular mortality. Conclusion The findings emphasize the promising use of the NLR in stratifying and prognosticating the risk of mortality in DKD in clinical practice.
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- Guixing Zeng
- Guang’anmen Hospital, China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Beijing, People’s Republic of China
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- The Second Clinical College, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, People’s Republic of China
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- The First Clinical College, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, People’s Republic of China
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- Second Affiliated Hospital, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine (Guangdong Provincial Hospital of Chinese Medicine), Guangzhou, People’s Republic of China
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- School of Instrumentation and Optoelectronic Engineering, Beihang University, Beijing, People’s Republic of China
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- Guang’anmen Hospital, China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Beijing, People’s Republic of China
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Zhang S, Wang J, Chen S, Zhang Y, He R, Wang X, Ding F, Hu W, Dai Y, Lu L, Zhang R, Ni J, Chen Q. Serum levels of lipoprotein-associated phospholipase A2 are associated with coronary atherosclerotic plaque progression in diabetic and non-diabetic patients. BMC Cardiovasc Disord 2024; 24:251. [PMID: 38745157 PMCID: PMC11092249 DOI: 10.1186/s12872-024-03931-x] [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: 01/19/2024] [Accepted: 05/08/2024] [Indexed: 05/16/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Lp-PLA2 is linked to cardiovascular diseases and poor outcomes, especially in diabetes, as it functions as a pro-inflammatory and oxidative mediator. OBJECTIVES This research aimed to explore if there is a connection between the serum levels of Lp-PLA2 and the progression of coronary plaques (PP) in individuals with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) and those without the condition. MATERIALS AND METHODS Serum Lp-PLA2 levels were measured in 137 T2DM patients with PP and 137 T2DM patients with no PP, and in 205 non-diabetic patients with PP and 205 non-diabetic patients with no PP. These individuals met the criteria for eligibility and underwent quantitative coronary angiography at the outset and again after about one year of follow-up. The attributes and parameters of the participants at the outset were recorded. RESULTS Increased serum levels of Lp-PLA2 were closely associated with coronary artery PP, and also significantly correlated with change of MLD, change of diameter stenosis and change of cumulative coronary obstruction in both diabetic and non-diabetic groups, with higher correlation coefficients in diabetic patients as compared with non-diabetic patients. Moreover, multivariate logistic regression analysis showed that serum Lp-PLA2 level was an independent determinant of PP in both groups, with OR values more significant in diabetic patients than in non-diabetic patients. CONCLUSIONS Levels of serum Lp-PLA2 show a significant association with the progression of coronary atherosclerotic plaque in patients with T2DM and those without, especially among individuals with diabetes.
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- Shudong Zhang
- Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Wuxi branch of Ruijin Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Wuxi, China
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- Health Management Medicine Center, the Third Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, China
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- Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Ruijin Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, 197 Ruijin Road II, Shanghai, 200025, China
- Institute of Cardiovascular Diseases, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Wuxi branch of Ruijin Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Wuxi, China
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- Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Wuxi branch of Ruijin Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Wuxi, China
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- Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Ruijin Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, 197 Ruijin Road II, Shanghai, 200025, China
- Institute of Cardiovascular Diseases, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Ruijin Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, 197 Ruijin Road II, Shanghai, 200025, China
- Institute of Cardiovascular Diseases, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai, China
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- Eachy biopharma, Zhangjiagang, Jiangsu Province, China
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- Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Ruijin Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, 197 Ruijin Road II, Shanghai, 200025, China
- Institute of Cardiovascular Diseases, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Ruijin Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, 197 Ruijin Road II, Shanghai, 200025, China
- Institute of Cardiovascular Diseases, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Ruijin Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, 197 Ruijin Road II, Shanghai, 200025, China
- Institute of Cardiovascular Diseases, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Wuxi branch of Ruijin Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Wuxi, China.
- Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Ruijin Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, 197 Ruijin Road II, Shanghai, 200025, China.
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- Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Ruijin Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, 197 Ruijin Road II, Shanghai, 200025, China.
- Institute of Cardiovascular Diseases, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai, China.
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Wan Q, Lu Q, Luo S, Guan C, Zhang H. The beneficial health effects of puerarin in the treatment of cardiovascular diseases: from mechanisms to therapeutics. NAUNYN-SCHMIEDEBERG'S ARCHIVES OF PHARMACOLOGY 2024:10.1007/s00210-024-03142-3. [PMID: 38709267 DOI: 10.1007/s00210-024-03142-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/29/2024] [Accepted: 05/02/2024] [Indexed: 05/07/2024]
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Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are the leading causes of death globally that seriously threaten human health. Although novel western medicines have continued to be discovered over the past few decades to inhibit the progression of CVDs, new drug research and development for treating CVDs with less side effects and adverse reactions are continuously being desired. Puerarin is a natural product found in a variety of medicinal plants belonging to the flavonoid family with potent biological and pharmacological activities. Abundant research findings in the literature have suggested that puerarin possesses a promising prospect in treating CVDs. In recent years, numerous new molecular mechanisms of puerarin have been explored in experimental and clinical studies, providing new evidence for this plant metabolite to protect against CVDs. This article systematically introduces the history of use, bioavailability, and various dosage forms of puerarin and further summarizes recently published data on the major research advances and their underlying therapeutic mechanisms in treating CVDs. It may provide references for researchers in the fields of pharmacology, natural products, and internal medicine.
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- Qiang Wan
- Affiliated Hospital of Jiangxi University of Chinese Medicine, 445 Bayi Avenue, Nanchang, 330006, China.
- Clinical Medical College, Jiangxi University of Chinese Medicine, 445 Bayi Avenue, Nanchang, 330006, China.
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- Graduate School, Jiangxi University of Chinese Medicine, 1688 Meiling Avenue, Nanchang, 330004, China
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- Graduate School, Jiangxi University of Chinese Medicine, 1688 Meiling Avenue, Nanchang, 330004, China
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- Graduate School, Jiangxi University of Chinese Medicine, 1688 Meiling Avenue, Nanchang, 330004, China
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- Graduate School, Jiangxi University of Chinese Medicine, 1688 Meiling Avenue, Nanchang, 330004, China
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Zhou H, Li X, Wang W, Zha Y, Gao G, Li S, Liu B, Guo R. Immune-inflammatory biomarkers for the occurrence of MACE in patients with myocardial infarction with non-obstructive coronary arteries. Front Cardiovasc Med 2024; 11:1367919. [PMID: 38751661 PMCID: PMC11094260 DOI: 10.3389/fcvm.2024.1367919] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/12/2024] [Accepted: 04/18/2024] [Indexed: 05/18/2024] Open
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Background Neutrophil-to-high-density lipoprotein cholesterol ratio (NHR), monocyte-to-high-density lipoprotein cholesterol ratio (MHR), lymphocyte-to-high-density lipoprotein cholesterol ratio (LHR), platelet-to-high-density lipoprotein cholesterol ratio (PHR), systemic immune-inflammation index (SII), systemic inflammation response index (SIRI), and aggregate index of systemic inflammation (AISI) have been identified as immune-inflammatory biomarkers associated with the prognosis of cardiovascular diseases. However, the relationship of these biomarkers with the prognosis of myocardial infarction with non-obstructive coronary arteries (MINOCA) remains unclear. Method Patients with MINOCA who underwent coronary angiography at the 920th Hospital of Joint Logistics Support Force were included in our study. Clinical baseline characteristics and laboratory testing data were collected from the hospital record system. The patients were divided into two groups on the basis of major adverse cardiovascular events (MACE) occurrence. Multiple logistic regression analysis was conducted to assess the relationship between NHR, MHR, LHR, PHR, SII, SIRI, AISI, and MACE. Receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curves were generated to evaluate the predictive value of NHR, MHR, LHR, PHR, SII, SIRI, and AISI for MACE in patients with MINOCA. The accuracy of the prediction was indicated by the area under the curve (AUC) value. Results The study included 335 patients with MINOCA. (81 in the MACE group and 254 in the No-MACE group). The MACE group had higher levels of NHR, MHR, LHR, PHR, SII, SIRI, and AISI than the No-MACE group. Multiple logistic regression analysis adjusted for confounding factors indicated that the higher levels of NHR, MHR, PHR, SII, SIRI, and AISI were associated with the occurrence of MACE in patients with MINOCA (P < 0.001). The AUC values for NHR, MHR, PHR, SII, SIRI, and AISI were 0.695, 0.747, 0.674, 0.673, 0.688, and 0.676, respectively. The combination of NHR, MHR, PHR, SII, SIRI, and AISI improved the accuracy of predicting MACE in patients with MINOCA (AUC = 0.804). Conclusion Higher levels of NHR, MHR, PHR, SII, SIRI, and AISI were associated with the occurrence of MACE, and the combination of NHR, MHR, PHR, SII, SIRI, and AISI improved the accuracy for predicting the incidence of MACE events in patients with MINOCA.
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- Hongya Zhou
- Department of Cardiology, Kunming Medical University, The 920th Hospital, Kunming, Yunnan, China
- Department of Cardiology, 920th Hospital of Joint Logistics Support Force, People's Liberation Army of China (PLA), Kunming, Yunnan, China
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- Department of Cardiology, Kunming Medical University, The 920th Hospital, Kunming, Yunnan, China
- Department of Cardiology, 920th Hospital of Joint Logistics Support Force, People's Liberation Army of China (PLA), Kunming, Yunnan, China
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- Department of Cardiology, Kunming Medical University, The 920th Hospital, Kunming, Yunnan, China
- Department of Cardiology, 920th Hospital of Joint Logistics Support Force, People's Liberation Army of China (PLA), Kunming, Yunnan, China
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- Department of Cardiology, Kunming Medical University, The 920th Hospital, Kunming, Yunnan, China
- Department of Cardiology, 920th Hospital of Joint Logistics Support Force, People's Liberation Army of China (PLA), Kunming, Yunnan, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Kunming Medical University, The 920th Hospital, Kunming, Yunnan, China
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- Department of Cardiology, 920th Hospital of Joint Logistics Support Force, People's Liberation Army of China (PLA), Kunming, Yunnan, China
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- Department of Cardiology, 920th Hospital of Joint Logistics Support Force, People's Liberation Army of China (PLA), Kunming, Yunnan, China
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- Department of Cardiology, 920th Hospital of Joint Logistics Support Force, People's Liberation Army of China (PLA), Kunming, Yunnan, China
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Marchewka WM, Bryniarski KL, Marchewka JM, Popiołek I, Dębski G, Badacz R, Marchewka I, Podolec-Szczepara N, Jasiewicz-Honkisz B, Mikołajczyk TP, Guzik TJ. Sex-specific associations between the environmental exposures and low-grade inflammation and increased blood pressure in young, healthy subjects. Sci Rep 2024; 14:9588. [PMID: 38670971 PMCID: PMC11053153 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-024-59078-4] [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: 08/10/2023] [Accepted: 04/07/2024] [Indexed: 04/28/2024] Open
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Long-term exposures to environmental factors including airborne as well as noise pollutants, are associated with cardiovascular risk. However, the influence of environmental pollution on the young population is controversial. Accordingly, we aimed to investigate the relationships between long-term exposures to different environmental factors and major cardiovascular and inflammatory parameters and biomarkers in young, healthy subjects. Representative sample of permanent residents of two cities differing in air and noise pollution levels, aged 15-21 years, were recruited. Krakow and Lublin, both located in southern Poland, were chosen in relation to their similarities in demographic and geopolitical characteristics, but differences in air pollution (higher in Krakow) and noise parameters (higher in Lublin). A total of 576 subjects were studied: 292 in Krakow and 284 in Lublin. All subjects underwent health questionnaire, blood pressure measurements and biomarker determinations. Inflammatory biomarkers, such as CRP, hs-CRP, fibrinogen as well as homocysteine were all significantly higher in subjects living in Krakow as opposed to subjects living in Lublin (for hsCRP: 0.52 (0.32-0.98) mg/l vs. 0.35 (0.22-0.67) mg/l; p < 0.001). Increased inflammatory biomarker levels were observed in Krakow in both male and female young adults. Interestingly, significant differences were observed in blood pressure between male and female subjects. Males from Krakow had significantly higher mean systolic blood pressure (127.7 ± 10.4 mm/Hg vs. 122.4 ± 13.0 mm/Hg; p = 0.001), pulse pressure (58.7 ± 8.9 mm/Hg vs. 51.4 ± 12.3 mm/Hg; p < 0.001) and lower heart rate (p < 0.001) as compared to males living in Lublin. This was not observed in young adult females. Long-term exposure to environmental factors related to the place of residence can significantly influence inflammatory and cardiovascular parameters, even in young individuals. Interestingly, among otherwise healthy young adults, blood pressure differences exhibited significant variations based on biological sex.
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- Wojciech M Marchewka
- Department of Internal and Agricultural Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Jagiellonian University Medical College, Skarbowa 1, 31-121, Krakow, Poland
- Department of Radiology and Imaging Science, 5th Military Hospital, Krakow, Poland
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- Department of Interventional Cardiology, Institute of Cardiology, Jagiellonian University Medical College, Krakow, Poland
- Department of Cardiology, Thoraxcenter, Erasmus University Medical Center, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Physiotherapy, University of Physical Education, Krakow, Poland
- Department of Orthopedics and Trauma Surgery, 5th Military Hospital, Krakow, Poland
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- Department of Toxicology and Environmental Diseases, Jagiellonian University Medical College, Krakow, Poland
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- Department of Radiology and Imaging Science, 5th Military Hospital, Krakow, Poland
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- Department of Interventional Cardiology, Institute of Cardiology, Jagiellonian University Medical College, Krakow, Poland
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Ludwik Rydygier Memorial Specialized Hospital, Krakow, Poland
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- Department of Internal and Agricultural Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Jagiellonian University Medical College, Skarbowa 1, 31-121, Krakow, Poland
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- Department of Internal and Agricultural Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Jagiellonian University Medical College, Skarbowa 1, 31-121, Krakow, Poland
- Center for Medical Genomics OMICRON, Jagiellonian University Medical College, Krakow, Poland
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- Department of Internal and Agricultural Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Jagiellonian University Medical College, Skarbowa 1, 31-121, Krakow, Poland.
- Center for Medical Genomics OMICRON, Jagiellonian University Medical College, Krakow, Poland.
- BHF Centre for Research Excellence, Centre for Cardiovascular Sciences, The University of Edinburgh, Edinburgh, UK.
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Zhang Y, Guo L, Zhu H, Jiang L, Xu L, Wang D, Zhang Y, Zhao X, Sun K, Zhang C, Zhao W, Hui R, Gao R, Wang J, Yuan J, Xia Y, Song L. Effects of the stress hyperglycemia ratio on long-term mortality in patients with triple-vessel disease and acute coronary syndrome. Cardiovasc Diabetol 2024; 23:143. [PMID: 38664806 PMCID: PMC11046747 DOI: 10.1186/s12933-024-02220-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/19/2024] [Accepted: 03/29/2024] [Indexed: 04/28/2024] Open
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AIMS Risk assessment for triple-vessel disease (TVD) remain challenging. Stress hyperglycemia represents the regulation of glucose metabolism in response to stress, and stress hyperglycemia ratio (SHR) is recently found to reflect true acute hyperglycemic status. This study aimed to evaluate the prognostic value of SHR and its role in risk stratification in TVD patients with acute coronary syndrome (ACS). METHODS A total of 3812 TVD patients with ACS with available baseline SHR measurement were enrolled from two independent centers. The endpoint was cardiovascular mortality. Cox regression was used to evaluate the association between SHR and cardiovascular mortality. The SYNTAX (Synergy Between Percutaneous Coronary Intervention With Taxus and Cardiac Surgery) II (SSII) was used as the reference model in the model improvement analysis. RESULTS During a median follow-up of 5.1 years, 219 (5.8%) TVD patients with ACS suffered cardiovascular mortality. TVD patients with ACS with high SHR had an increased risk of cardiovascular mortality after robust adjustment for confounding (high vs. median SHR: adjusted hazard ratio 1.809, 95% confidence interval 1.160-2.822, P = 0.009), which was fitted as a J-shaped pattern. The prognostic value of the SHR was found exclusively among patients with diabetes instead of those without diabetes. Moreover, addition of SHR improved the reclassification abilities of the SSII model for predicting cardiovascular mortality in TVD patients with ACS. CONCLUSIONS The high level of SHR is associated with the long-term risk of cardiovascular mortality in TVD patients with ACS, and is confirmed to have incremental prediction value beyond standard SSII. Assessment of SHR may help to improve the risk stratification strategy in TVD patients who are under acute stress.
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- Yu Zhang
- State Key Laboratory of Cardiovascular Disease, Cardiomyopathy Ward, National Clinical Research Center of Cardiovascular Diseases, Fuwai Hospital, National Center for Cardiovascular Diseases, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, 167, Beilishilu, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100037, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Cardiology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Dalian Medical University, 222, Zhongshan Road, Dalian City, 116011, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Cardiology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Dalian Medical University, 222, Zhongshan Road, Dalian City, 116011, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Cardiology, Fuwai Hospital, National Center for Cardiovascular Diseases, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, 167, Beilishilu, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100037, People's Republic of China
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- Cardiomyopathy Ward, Fuwai Hospital, National Center for Cardiovascular Diseases, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, 167, Beilishilu, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100037, People's Republic of China
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- Cardiomyopathy Ward, Fuwai Hospital, National Center for Cardiovascular Diseases, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, 167, Beilishilu, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100037, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Cardiology, Fuwai Hospital, National Center for Cardiovascular Diseases, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, 167, Beilishilu, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100037, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Cardiology, Fuwai Hospital, National Center for Cardiovascular Diseases, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, 167, Beilishilu, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100037, People's Republic of China
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- Information Center, Fuwai Hospital, National Center for Cardiovascular Diseases, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, 167, Beilishilu, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100037, People's Republic of China
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- State Key Laboratory of Cardiovascular Disease, Cardiomyopathy Ward, National Clinical Research Center of Cardiovascular Diseases, Fuwai Hospital, National Center for Cardiovascular Diseases, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, 167, Beilishilu, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100037, People's Republic of China
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- Information Center, Fuwai Hospital, National Center for Cardiovascular Diseases, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, 167, Beilishilu, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100037, People's Republic of China
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- State Key Laboratory of Cardiovascular Disease, Cardiomyopathy Ward, National Clinical Research Center of Cardiovascular Diseases, Fuwai Hospital, National Center for Cardiovascular Diseases, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, 167, Beilishilu, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100037, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Cardiology, Fuwai Hospital, National Center for Cardiovascular Diseases, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, 167, Beilishilu, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100037, People's Republic of China
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- State Key Laboratory of Cardiovascular Disease, Cardiomyopathy Ward, National Clinical Research Center of Cardiovascular Diseases, Fuwai Hospital, National Center for Cardiovascular Diseases, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, 167, Beilishilu, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100037, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Cardiology, Fuwai Hospital, National Center for Cardiovascular Diseases, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, 167, Beilishilu, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100037, People's Republic of China.
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- Department of Cardiology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Dalian Medical University, 222, Zhongshan Road, Dalian City, 116011, People's Republic of China.
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- State Key Laboratory of Cardiovascular Disease, Cardiomyopathy Ward, National Clinical Research Center of Cardiovascular Diseases, Fuwai Hospital, National Center for Cardiovascular Diseases, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, 167, Beilishilu, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100037, People's Republic of China.
- Cardiomyopathy Ward, Fuwai Hospital, National Center for Cardiovascular Diseases, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, 167, Beilishilu, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100037, People's Republic of China.
- National Clinical Research Center of Cardiovascular Diseases, Fuwai Hospital, National Center for Cardiovascular Diseases, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, 167, Beilishilu, Xicheng District, Beijing, 100037, People's Republic of China.
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Wang T, Ding J, Cheng X, Yang Q, Hu P. Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists: new strategies and therapeutic targets to treat atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease. Front Pharmacol 2024; 15:1396656. [PMID: 38720777 PMCID: PMC11076696 DOI: 10.3389/fphar.2024.1396656] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/06/2024] [Accepted: 04/11/2024] [Indexed: 05/12/2024] Open
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Atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD) is a leading cause of cardiovascular mortality and is increasingly prevalent in our population. Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1RAs) can safely and effectively lower glucose levels while concurrently managing the full spectrum of ASCVD risk factors and improving patients' long-term prognosis. Several cardiovascular outcome trials (CVOTs) have been carried out to further investigate the cardiovascular benefits of GLP-1RAs. Analyzing data from CVOTs can provide insights into the pathophysiologic mechanisms by which GLP-1RAs are linked to ASCVD and define the use of GLP-1RAs in clinical practice. Here, we discussed various mechanisms hypothesized in previous animal and preclinical human studies, including blockade of the production of adhesion molecules and inflammatory factors, induction of endothelial cells' synthesis of nitric oxide, protection of mitochondrial function and restriction of oxidative stress, suppression of NOD-like receptor thermal protein domain associated protein three inflammasome, reduction of foam cell formation and macrophage inflammation, and amelioration of vascular smooth muscle cell dysfunction, to help explain the cardiovascular benefits of GLP-1RAs in CVOTs. This paper provides an overview of the clinical research, molecular processes, and possible therapeutic applications of GLP-1RAs in ASCVD, while also addressing current limitations in the literature and suggesting future research directions.
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- Tianyu Wang
- Department of The Second Clinical Medical College, Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou, China
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- Department of The Second Clinical Medical College, Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou, China
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- Department of The Second Clinical Medical College, Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou, China
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- Department of The Second Clinical Medical College, Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou, China
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- Department of Cardiology, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou, China
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Euler G, Parahuleva M. Monocytic microRNAs-Novel targets in atherosclerosis therapy. Br J Pharmacol 2024. [PMID: 38575391 DOI: 10.1111/bph.16367] [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: 11/01/2023] [Revised: 02/02/2024] [Accepted: 02/16/2024] [Indexed: 04/06/2024] Open
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Atherosclerosis is a chronic proinflammatory disease of the vascular wall resulting in narrowing of arteries due to plaque formation, thereby causing reduced blood supply that is the leading cause for diverse end-organ damage with high mortality rates. Monocytes/macrophages, activated by elevated circulating lipoproteins, are significantly involved in the formation and development of atherosclerotic plaques. The imbalance between proinflammatory and anti-inflammatory macrophages, arising from dysregulated macrophage polarization, appears to be a driving force in this process. Proatherosclerotic processes acting on monocytes/macrophages include accumulation of cholesterol in macrophages leading to foam cell formation, as well as dysfunctional efferocytosis, all of which contribute to the formation of unstable plaques. In recent years, microRNAs (miRs) were identified as factors that could modulate monocyte/macrophage function and may therefore interfere with the atherosclerotic process. In this review, we present effects of monocyte/macrophage-derived miRs on atherosclerotic processes in order to reveal new treatment options using miRmimics or antagomiRs.
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- Gerhild Euler
- Institute of Physiology, Justus Liebig University, Giessen, Germany
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- Internal Medicine/Cardiology and Angiology, University Hospital of Giessen and Marburg, Marburg, Germany
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Zhang L, Chi J, Wu H, Xia X, Xu C, Hao H, Liu Z. Extracellular vesicles and endothelial dysfunction in infectious diseases. JOURNAL OF EXTRACELLULAR BIOLOGY 2024; 3:e148. [PMID: 38938849 PMCID: PMC11080793 DOI: 10.1002/jex2.148] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/06/2023] [Revised: 02/20/2024] [Accepted: 03/14/2024] [Indexed: 06/29/2024]
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Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) remain the leading cause of mortality and morbidity globally. Studies have shown that infections especially bacteraemia and sepsis are associated with increased risks for endothelial dysfunction and related CVDs including atherosclerosis. Extracellular vesicles (EVs) are small, sealed membrane-derived structures that are released into body fluids and blood from cells and/or microbes and are critically involved in a variety of important cell functions and disease development, including intercellular communications, immune responses and inflammation. It is known that EVs-mediated mechanism(s) is important in the development of endothelial dysfunction in infections with a diverse spectrum of microorganisms including Escherichia coli, Candida albicans, SARS-CoV-2 (the virus for COVID-19) and Helicobacter pylori. H. pylori infection is one of the most common infections globally. During H. pylori infection, EVs can carry H. pylori components, such as lipopolysaccharide, cytotoxin-associated gene A, or vacuolating cytotoxin A, and transfer these substances into endothelial cells, triggering inflammatory responses and endothelial dysfunction. This review is to illustrate the important role of EVs in the pathogenesis of infectious diseases, and the development of endothelial dysfunction in infectious diseases especially H. pylori infection, and to discuss the potential mechanisms and clinical implications.
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- Linfang Zhang
- Department of GastroenterologyThe Second Affiliated Hospital of Nanchang UniversityNanchangJiangxiChina
- Center for Precision Medicine and Division of Cardiovascular MedicineDepartment of MedicineUniversity of Missouri School of MedicineColumbiaMissouriUSA
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- Center for Precision Medicine and Division of Cardiovascular MedicineDepartment of MedicineUniversity of Missouri School of MedicineColumbiaMissouriUSA
- Department of Gastroenterologythe Third Xiangya HospitalCentral South UniversityChangshaHunanChina
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- Center for Precision Medicine and Division of Cardiovascular MedicineDepartment of MedicineUniversity of Missouri School of MedicineColumbiaMissouriUSA
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- Center for Precision Medicine and Division of Cardiovascular MedicineDepartment of MedicineUniversity of Missouri School of MedicineColumbiaMissouriUSA
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- Department of Gastroenterologythe Third Xiangya HospitalCentral South UniversityChangshaHunanChina
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- Center for Precision Medicine and Division of Cardiovascular MedicineDepartment of MedicineUniversity of Missouri School of MedicineColumbiaMissouriUSA
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- Center for Precision Medicine and Division of Cardiovascular MedicineDepartment of MedicineUniversity of Missouri School of MedicineColumbiaMissouriUSA
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Suzuki T, Zhu X, Adabag S, Matsushita K, Butler KR, Griswold ME, Alonso A, Rosamond W, Sotoodehnia N, Mosley TH. Ankle-Brachial Index and Risk of Sudden Cardiac Death in the Community: The ARIC Study. J Am Heart Assoc 2024; 13:e032008. [PMID: 38456405 PMCID: PMC11010027 DOI: 10.1161/jaha.123.032008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/31/2023] [Accepted: 01/22/2024] [Indexed: 03/09/2024]
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BACKGROUND Sudden cardiac death (SCD) is a significant global public health problem accounting for 15% to 20% of all deaths. A great majority of SCD is associated with coronary heart disease, which may first be detected at autopsy. The ankle-brachial index (ABI) is a simple, noninvasive measure of subclinical atherosclerosis. The purpose of this study was to examine the relationship between ABI and SCD in a middle-aged biracial general population. METHODS AND RESULTS Participants of the ARIC (Atherosclerosis Risk in Communities) study with an ABI measurement between 1987 and 1989 were included. ABI was categorized as low (≤0.90), borderline (0.90-1.00), normal (1.00-1.40), and noncompressible (>1.40). SCD was defined as a sudden pulseless condition presumed to be caused by a ventricular tachyarrhythmia in a previously stable individual and was adjudicated by a committee of cardiac electrophysiologists, cardiologists, and internists. Cox proportional hazards models were used to evaluate the associations between baseline ABI and incident SCD. Of the 15 081 participants followed for a median of 23.5 years, 556 (3.7%) developed SCD (1.96 cases per 1000 person-years). Low and borderline ABIs were associated with an increased risk of SCD (demographically adjusted hazard ratios [HRs], 2.27 [95% CI, 1.64-3.14] and 1.52 [95% CI, 1.17-1.96], respectively) compared with normal ABI. The association between low ABI and SCD remained significant after adjustment for traditional cardiovascular risk factors (HR, 1.63 [95% CI, 1.15-2.32]). CONCLUSIONS Low ABI is independently associated with an increased risk of SCD in a middle-aged biracial general population. ABI could be incorporated into future SCD risk prediction models.
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- Takeki Suzuki
- Department of MedicineIndiana University School of MedicineIndianapolisINUSA
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- Center of Biostatistics and BioinformaticsUniversity of Mississippi Medical CenterJacksonMSUSA
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- Veterans Administration Medical CenterMinneapolisMNUSA
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- Department of EpidemiologyJohns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public HealthBaltimoreMDUSA
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- Department of MedicineUniversity of Mississippi Medical CenterJacksonMSUSA
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- Center of Biostatistics and BioinformaticsUniversity of Mississippi Medical CenterJacksonMSUSA
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- Department of EpidemiologyEmory UniversityAtlantaGAUSA
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- Department of EpidemiologyUniversity of North Carolina School of Public HealthChapel HillNCUSA
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- Cardiovascular Health Research UnitUniversity of WashingtonSeattleWAUSA
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- Department of MedicineUniversity of Mississippi Medical CenterJacksonMSUSA
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Costa MD. Heart Rate Fragmentation and Coronary Calcification: A Neuroautonomic Connection? JACC. ASIA 2024; 4:226-228. [PMID: 38463679 PMCID: PMC10920038 DOI: 10.1016/j.jacasi.2023.11.012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/12/2024]
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- Madalena D. Costa
- Margret and H. A. Rey Institute for Nonlinear Dynamics in Medicine, Department of Medicine, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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Cao J, Martin-Lorenzo M, van Kuijk K, Wieland EB, Gijbels MJ, Claes BSR, Heredero A, Aldamiz-Echevarria G, Heeren RMA, Goossens P, Sluimer JC, Balluff B, Alvarez-Llamas G. Spatial Metabolomics Identifies LPC(18:0) and LPA(18:1) in Advanced Atheroma With Translation to Plasma for Cardiovascular Risk Estimation. Arterioscler Thromb Vasc Biol 2024; 44:741-754. [PMID: 38299357 DOI: 10.1161/atvbaha.123.320278] [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: 10/23/2023] [Accepted: 01/16/2024] [Indexed: 02/02/2024]
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BACKGROUND The metabolic alterations occurring within the arterial architecture during atherosclerosis development remain poorly understood, let alone those particular to each arterial tunica. We aimed first to identify, in a spatially resolved manner, the specific metabolic changes in plaque, media, adventitia, and cardiac tissue between control and atherosclerotic murine aortas. Second, we assessed their translatability to human tissue and plasma for cardiovascular risk estimation. METHODS In this observational study, mass spectrometry imaging (MSI) was applied to identify region-specific metabolic differences between atherosclerotic (n=11) and control (n=11) aortas from low-density lipoprotein receptor-deficient mice, via histology-guided virtual microdissection. Early and advanced plaques were compared within the same atherosclerotic animals. Progression metabolites were further analyzed by MSI in 9 human atherosclerotic carotids and by targeted mass spectrometry in human plasma from subjects with elective coronary artery bypass grafting (cardiovascular risk group, n=27) and a control group (n=27). RESULTS MSI identified 362 local metabolic alterations in atherosclerotic mice (log2 fold-change ≥1.5; P≤0.05). The lipid composition of cardiac tissue is altered during atherosclerosis development and presents a generalized accumulation of glycerophospholipids, except for lysolipids. Lysolipids (among other glycerophospholipids) were found at elevated levels in all 3 arterial layers of atherosclerotic aortas. LPC(18:0) (lysophosphatidylcholine; P=0.024) and LPA(18:1) (lysophosphatidic acid; P=0.025) were found to be significantly elevated in advanced plaques as compared with mouse-matched early plaques. Higher levels of both lipid species were also observed in fibrosis-rich areas of advanced- versus early-stage human samples. They were found to be significantly reduced in human plasma from subjects with elective coronary artery bypass grafting (P<0.001 and P=0.031, respectively), with LPC(18:0) showing significant association with cardiovascular risk (odds ratio, 0.479 [95% CI, 0.225-0.883]; P=0.032) and diagnostic potential (area under the curve, 0.778 [95% CI, 0.638-0.917]). CONCLUSIONS An altered phospholipid metabolism occurs in atherosclerosis, affecting both the aorta and the adjacent heart tissue. Plaque-progression lipids LPC(18:0) and LPA(18:1), as identified by MSI on tissue, reflect cardiovascular risk in human plasma.
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- Jianhua Cao
- Maastricht MultiModal Molecular Imaging institute, M4i, Maastricht University, the Netherlands (J.C., B.S.R.C., R.M.A.H., B.B.)
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- Immunology Department, IIS-Fundación Jiménez Díaz-UAM, Madrid, Spain (M.M.-L., G.A.-L.)
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- Department of Pathology, CARIM School for Cardiovascular Diseases, Maastricht University Medical Center, the Netherlands (K.v.K., E.B.W., M.J.G., P.G., J.C.S.)
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- Department of Pathology, CARIM School for Cardiovascular Diseases, Maastricht University Medical Center, the Netherlands (K.v.K., E.B.W., M.J.G., P.G., J.C.S.)
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- Department of Pathology, CARIM School for Cardiovascular Diseases, Maastricht University Medical Center, the Netherlands (K.v.K., E.B.W., M.J.G., P.G., J.C.S.)
- Department of Medical Biochemistry, Experimental Vascular Biology, Amsterdam Cardiovascular Sciences, Amsterdam Infection and Immunity, Amsterdam UMC, the Netherlands (M.J.G.)
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- Maastricht MultiModal Molecular Imaging institute, M4i, Maastricht University, the Netherlands (J.C., B.S.R.C., R.M.A.H., B.B.)
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- Cardiac Surgery Service, Fundación Jiménez Díaz University Hospital-UAM, Madrid, Spain (A.H., G.A.-E.)
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- Maastricht MultiModal Molecular Imaging institute, M4i, Maastricht University, the Netherlands (J.C., B.S.R.C., R.M.A.H., B.B.)
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- Department of Pathology, CARIM School for Cardiovascular Diseases, Maastricht University Medical Center, the Netherlands (K.v.K., E.B.W., M.J.G., P.G., J.C.S.)
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- Department of Pathology, CARIM School for Cardiovascular Diseases, Maastricht University Medical Center, the Netherlands (K.v.K., E.B.W., M.J.G., P.G., J.C.S.)
- Centre for Cardiovascular Science, University of Edinburgh, United Kingdom (J.C.S.)
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- Maastricht MultiModal Molecular Imaging institute, M4i, Maastricht University, the Netherlands (J.C., B.S.R.C., R.M.A.H., B.B.)
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- Immunology Department, IIS-Fundación Jiménez Díaz-UAM, Madrid, Spain (M.M.-L., G.A.-L.)
- RICORS2040, IIS-Fundación Jiménez Díaz, Madrid, Spain (G.A.-L.)
- Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Department, Complutense University, Madrid, Spain (G.A.-L.)
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Fouda H, Ibrahim WN, Shi Z, Alahmadi F, Almohammadi Y, Al-Haidose A, Abdallah AM. Impact of the MIF -173G/C variant on cardiovascular disease risk: a meta-analysis of 9,047 participants. Front Cardiovasc Med 2024; 11:1323423. [PMID: 38476376 PMCID: PMC10929265 DOI: 10.3389/fcvm.2024.1323423] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/17/2023] [Accepted: 02/14/2024] [Indexed: 03/14/2024] Open
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Introduction Many factors contribute to the risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD), an umbrella term for several different heart diseases, including inflammation. Macrophage migration inhibitory factor (MIF) is an important immune modulator that has been shown to be involved in the pathogenesis of different heart diseases, so understanding pathogenic variants of the MIF gene is important for risk stratification. We therefore conducted a meta-analysis to investigate whether the MIF -173G/C (rs755622) polymorphism is associated with CVD. Methods The PubMed, Science Direct, and Embase databases were searched from inception to June 2023 for case-control studies of the MIF -173G/C polymorphism and its relationship to any type of CVD. Correlations between the MIF -173G/C polymorphism and CVD were estimated by pooling the odds ratios (ORs) with 95% confidence intervals in allelic, dominant, and recessive models using random-effects meta-analysis. Results A total of 9,047 participants (4141 CVD cases and 4906 healthy controls) from 11 relevant studies were included. In the total population, there was no significant association between the MIF -173G/C (rs755622) polymorphism and the risk of developing CVD in the three different models. In a stratified analysis by ethnicity, the allelic model (C vs G) was significantly associated with CVD in the Arab and Asian populations (OR = 0.56, CI 0.42 -0.75 and OR = 1.28, CI 1.12 -1.46, respectively); the dominant model (CC+CG vs GG) was significantly associated with CVD in the Arab population (OR = 0.42, CI 0.30 -0.61); while the recessive model (GG+GC vs CC) was associated with CVD susceptibility in the Arab population (OR = 3.84, CI 1.57 -9.41). There were no significant associations between the MIF -173 G/C polymorphism and CVD risk in the European population. Conclusion, the MIF -173G/C polymorphism is associated with CVD in some populations. Systematic Review Registration https://www.crd.york.ac.uk/PROSPERO/, PROSPERO (CRD42023441139).
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- Hamas Fouda
- Department of Biomedical Sciences, College of Health Sciences, QU Health, Qatar University, Doha, Qatar
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- Department of Biomedical Sciences, College of Health Sciences, QU Health, Qatar University, Doha, Qatar
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- Human Nutrition Department, College of Health Sciences, QU Health, Qatar University, Doha, Qatar
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- Pediatric Department, College of Medicine, Taibah University, King Faisal Specialist Hospital, Al-Madinah, Saudi Arabia
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- Pediatric Department, Security Forces Medical Centre, Al-Madinah, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Biomedical Sciences, College of Health Sciences, QU Health, Qatar University, Doha, Qatar
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- Department of Biomedical Sciences, College of Health Sciences, QU Health, Qatar University, Doha, Qatar
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Yang T, Li G, Wang C, Xu G, Li Q, Yang Y, Zhu L, Chen L, Li X, Yang H. Insulin resistance and coronary inflammation in patients with coronary artery disease: a cross-sectional study. Cardiovasc Diabetol 2024; 23:79. [PMID: 38402392 PMCID: PMC10893710 DOI: 10.1186/s12933-024-02159-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/27/2023] [Accepted: 02/07/2024] [Indexed: 02/26/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Insulin resistance (IR) is associated with coronary artery disease (CAD) severity. However, its underlying mechanisms are not fully understood. Therefore, our study aimed to explore the relationship between IR and coronary inflammation and investigate the synergistic and mediating effects of coronary inflammation on the association between IR and CAD severity. METHODS Consecutive patients with CAD who underwent coronary angiography and coronary computed tomography angiography between April 2018 and March 2023 were enrolled. The triglyceride-glucose index (TyG index) and peri-coronary adipose tissue (PCAT) attenuation around the proximal right coronary artery (RCA) were used to evaluate IR and coronary inflammation, respectively. The correlation between the TyG index and PCAT attenuation was analyzed using linear regression models. Logistic regression models were further used for investigating the correlation of the TyG index and PCAT attenuation with CAD severity. A mediation analysis assessed the correlation between IR and CAD severity mediated by coronary inflammation. RESULTS A total of 569 participants (mean age, 62 ± 11 years; 67.8% men) were included in the study. PCAT attenuation was positively associated with the TyG index (r = 0.166; P < 0.001). After adjusting for potential confounders, the per standard deviation increment in the TyG index was associated with a 1.791 Hounsfield unit (HU) increase (95% confidence interval [CI], 0.920-2.662 HU; P < 0.001) in the PCAT attenuation. In total, 382 (67.1%) patients had multivessel CAD. The patients in the high-TyG index/high PCAT attenuation group had approximately 3.2 times the odds of multivessel CAD compared with those in the low-TyG index/low PCAT attenuation group (odds ratio, 3.199; 95%CI, 1.826-5.607; P < 0.001). Mediation analysis indicated that PCAT attenuation mediated 31.66% of the correlation between the TyG index and multivessel CAD. CONCLUSIONS The TyG index positively correlated with PCAT attenuation in patients with CAD. The TyG index and PCAT attenuation showed a synergistic correlation with multivessel CAD. Furthermore, PCAT attenuation partially mediated the relationship between the TyG index and CAD severity. Controlling inflammation in patients with high IR and coronary inflammation may provide additional benefits.
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- Tingjie Yang
- Department of Cardiology, Central China Fuwai Hospital, Central China Fuwai Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Henan Provincial People's Hospital Heart Center, Zhengzhou, 451464, Henan, China
- Department of Cardiology, Henan Provincial People's Hospital, People's Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, 450003, Henan, China
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- Department of Cardiology, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, 610041, Sichuan Province, P. R. China
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- Department of Cardiology, Central China Fuwai Hospital, Central China Fuwai Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Henan Provincial People's Hospital Heart Center, Zhengzhou, 451464, Henan, China
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- Department of Cardiology, Central China Fuwai Hospital, Central China Fuwai Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Henan Provincial People's Hospital Heart Center, Zhengzhou, 451464, Henan, China
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- Department of Cardiology, Central China Fuwai Hospital, Central China Fuwai Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Henan Provincial People's Hospital Heart Center, Zhengzhou, 451464, Henan, China
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- Department of Cardiology, Central China Fuwai Hospital, Central China Fuwai Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Henan Provincial People's Hospital Heart Center, Zhengzhou, 451464, Henan, China
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- Department of Cardiology, Central China Fuwai Hospital, Central China Fuwai Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Henan Provincial People's Hospital Heart Center, Zhengzhou, 451464, Henan, China
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- Department of Cardiology, Central China Fuwai Hospital, Central China Fuwai Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Henan Provincial People's Hospital Heart Center, Zhengzhou, 451464, Henan, China
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- Department of Cardiology, Central China Fuwai Hospital, Central China Fuwai Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Henan Provincial People's Hospital Heart Center, Zhengzhou, 451464, Henan, China
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- Department of Cardiology, Central China Fuwai Hospital, Central China Fuwai Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Henan Provincial People's Hospital Heart Center, Zhengzhou, 451464, Henan, China.
- Department of Cardiology, Henan Provincial People's Hospital, People's Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, 450003, Henan, China.
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Toribio-Fernández R, Tristão-Pereira C, Carlos Silla-Castro J, Callejas S, Oliva B, Fernandez-Nueda I, Garcia-Lunar I, Perez-Herreras C, María Ordovás J, Martin P, Blanco-Kelly F, Ayuso C, Lara-Pezzi E, Fernandez-Ortiz A, Garcia-Alvarez A, Dopazo A, Sanchez-Cabo F, Ibanez B, Cortes-Canteli M, Fuster V. Apolipoprotein E-ε2 and Resistance to Atherosclerosis in Midlife: The PESA Observational Study. Circ Res 2024; 134:411-424. [PMID: 38258600 DOI: 10.1161/circresaha.123.323921] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/30/2023] [Accepted: 01/10/2024] [Indexed: 01/24/2024]
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BACKGROUND APOE is a known genetic contributor to cardiovascular disease, but the differential role APOE alleles play in subclinical atherosclerosis remains unclear. METHODS The PESA (Progression of Early Subclinical Atherosclerosis) is an observational cohort study that recruited 4184 middle-aged asymptomatic individuals to be screened for cardiovascular risk and multiterritorial subclinical atherosclerosis. Participants were APOE-genotyped, and omics data were additionally evaluated. RESULTS In the PESA study, the frequencies for APOE -ε2, -ε3, and -ε4 alleles were 0.060, 0.844, and 0.096, respectively. This study included a subcohort of 3887 participants (45.8±4.3 years of age; 62% males). As expected, APOE-ε4 carriers were at the highest risk for cardiovascular disease and had significantly greater odds of having subclinical atherosclerosis compared with ε3/ε3 carriers, which was mainly explained by their higher levels of low-density lipoprotein (LDL)-cholesterol. In turn, APOE-ε2 carriers were at the lowest risk for cardiovascular disease and had significantly lower odds of having subclinical atherosclerosis in several vascular territories (carotids: 0.62 [95% CI, 0.47-0.81]; P=0.00043; femorals: 0.60 [0.47-0.78]; P=9.96×10-5; coronaries: 0.53 [0.39-0.74]; P=0.00013; and increased PESA score: 0.58 [0.48-0.71]; P=3.16×10-8). This APOE-ε2 atheroprotective effect was mostly independent of the associated lower LDL-cholesterol levels and other cardiovascular risk factors. The protection conferred by the ε2 allele was greater with age (50-54 years: 0.49 [95% CI, 0.32-0.73]; P=0.00045), and normal (<150 mg/dL) levels of triglycerides (0.54 [0.44-0.66]; P=4.70×10-9 versus 0.90 [0.57-1.43]; P=0.67 if ≥150 mg/dL). Omics analysis revealed an enrichment of several canonical pathways associated with anti-inflammatory mechanisms together with the modulation of erythrocyte homeostasis, coagulation, and complement activation in ε2 carriers that might play a relevant role in the ε2's atheroprotective effect. CONCLUSIONS This work sheds light on the role of APOE in cardiovascular disease development with important therapeutic and prevention implications on cardiovascular health, especially in early midlife. REGISTRATION URL: https://www.clinicaltrials.gov: NCT01410318.
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- Raquel Toribio-Fernández
- Centro Nacional de Investigaciones Cardiovasculares (CNIC), Madrid, Spain (R.T.-F., C.T.-P., J.C.S.-C., S.C., B.O., I.F.-N., I.G.-L., J.M.O., P.M., E.L.-P., A.F.-O., A.G.-A., A.D., F.S.-C., B.I., M.C.-C., V.F.)
- Instituto de Investigación Sanitaria Fundación Jiménez Díaz (IIS-FJD), Madrid, Spain (R.T.-F., F.B.-K., C.A., B.I., M.C.-C.)
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- Centro Nacional de Investigaciones Cardiovasculares (CNIC), Madrid, Spain (R.T.-F., C.T.-P., J.C.S.-C., S.C., B.O., I.F.-N., I.G.-L., J.M.O., P.M., E.L.-P., A.F.-O., A.G.-A., A.D., F.S.-C., B.I., M.C.-C., V.F.)
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- Centro Nacional de Investigaciones Cardiovasculares (CNIC), Madrid, Spain (R.T.-F., C.T.-P., J.C.S.-C., S.C., B.O., I.F.-N., I.G.-L., J.M.O., P.M., E.L.-P., A.F.-O., A.G.-A., A.D., F.S.-C., B.I., M.C.-C., V.F.)
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- Centro Nacional de Investigaciones Cardiovasculares (CNIC), Madrid, Spain (R.T.-F., C.T.-P., J.C.S.-C., S.C., B.O., I.F.-N., I.G.-L., J.M.O., P.M., E.L.-P., A.F.-O., A.G.-A., A.D., F.S.-C., B.I., M.C.-C., V.F.)
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- Centro Nacional de Investigaciones Cardiovasculares (CNIC), Madrid, Spain (R.T.-F., C.T.-P., J.C.S.-C., S.C., B.O., I.F.-N., I.G.-L., J.M.O., P.M., E.L.-P., A.F.-O., A.G.-A., A.D., F.S.-C., B.I., M.C.-C., V.F.)
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- Centro Nacional de Investigaciones Cardiovasculares (CNIC), Madrid, Spain (R.T.-F., C.T.-P., J.C.S.-C., S.C., B.O., I.F.-N., I.G.-L., J.M.O., P.M., E.L.-P., A.F.-O., A.G.-A., A.D., F.S.-C., B.I., M.C.-C., V.F.)
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- Centro Nacional de Investigaciones Cardiovasculares (CNIC), Madrid, Spain (R.T.-F., C.T.-P., J.C.S.-C., S.C., B.O., I.F.-N., I.G.-L., J.M.O., P.M., E.L.-P., A.F.-O., A.G.-A., A.D., F.S.-C., B.I., M.C.-C., V.F.)
- Cardiology Department, University Hospital La Moraleja, Madrid, Spain (I.G.-L.)
- CIBER de enfermedades Cardiovasculares (CIBERCV), Instituto de Salud Carlos III (ISCIII), Madrid, Spain (I.G.-L., P.M., A.F.-O., A.G.-A., B.I.)
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- Centro Nacional de Investigaciones Cardiovasculares (CNIC), Madrid, Spain (R.T.-F., C.T.-P., J.C.S.-C., S.C., B.O., I.F.-N., I.G.-L., J.M.O., P.M., E.L.-P., A.F.-O., A.G.-A., A.D., F.S.-C., B.I., M.C.-C., V.F.)
- Precision Nutrition and Obesity Research Program, IMDEA Food Institute, CEI UAM+CSI, Madrid, Spain (J.M.O.)
- U.S. Department of Agriculture Human Nutrition Research Center of Aging, Tufts University, MA (J.M.O.)
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- Centro Nacional de Investigaciones Cardiovasculares (CNIC), Madrid, Spain (R.T.-F., C.T.-P., J.C.S.-C., S.C., B.O., I.F.-N., I.G.-L., J.M.O., P.M., E.L.-P., A.F.-O., A.G.-A., A.D., F.S.-C., B.I., M.C.-C., V.F.)
- CIBER de enfermedades Cardiovasculares (CIBERCV), Instituto de Salud Carlos III (ISCIII), Madrid, Spain (I.G.-L., P.M., A.F.-O., A.G.-A., B.I.)
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- Instituto de Investigación Sanitaria Fundación Jiménez Díaz (IIS-FJD), Madrid, Spain (R.T.-F., F.B.-K., C.A., B.I., M.C.-C.)
- CIBER de Enfermedades Raras (CIBERER), ISCIII, Madrid, Spain (F.B.-K., C.A.)
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- Instituto de Investigación Sanitaria Fundación Jiménez Díaz (IIS-FJD), Madrid, Spain (R.T.-F., F.B.-K., C.A., B.I., M.C.-C.)
- CIBER de Enfermedades Raras (CIBERER), ISCIII, Madrid, Spain (F.B.-K., C.A.)
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- Centro Nacional de Investigaciones Cardiovasculares (CNIC), Madrid, Spain (R.T.-F., C.T.-P., J.C.S.-C., S.C., B.O., I.F.-N., I.G.-L., J.M.O., P.M., E.L.-P., A.F.-O., A.G.-A., A.D., F.S.-C., B.I., M.C.-C., V.F.)
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- Centro Nacional de Investigaciones Cardiovasculares (CNIC), Madrid, Spain (R.T.-F., C.T.-P., J.C.S.-C., S.C., B.O., I.F.-N., I.G.-L., J.M.O., P.M., E.L.-P., A.F.-O., A.G.-A., A.D., F.S.-C., B.I., M.C.-C., V.F.)
- CIBER de enfermedades Cardiovasculares (CIBERCV), Instituto de Salud Carlos III (ISCIII), Madrid, Spain (I.G.-L., P.M., A.F.-O., A.G.-A., B.I.)
- Hospital Clínico San Carlos, IdISSC, Universidad Complutense, Madrid, Spain (A.F.-O.)
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- Centro Nacional de Investigaciones Cardiovasculares (CNIC), Madrid, Spain (R.T.-F., C.T.-P., J.C.S.-C., S.C., B.O., I.F.-N., I.G.-L., J.M.O., P.M., E.L.-P., A.F.-O., A.G.-A., A.D., F.S.-C., B.I., M.C.-C., V.F.)
- CIBER de enfermedades Cardiovasculares (CIBERCV), Instituto de Salud Carlos III (ISCIII), Madrid, Spain (I.G.-L., P.M., A.F.-O., A.G.-A., B.I.)
- Hospital Clínic de Barcelona, IDIBAPS, Universitat de Barcelona, Spain (A.G.-A.)
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- Centro Nacional de Investigaciones Cardiovasculares (CNIC), Madrid, Spain (R.T.-F., C.T.-P., J.C.S.-C., S.C., B.O., I.F.-N., I.G.-L., J.M.O., P.M., E.L.-P., A.F.-O., A.G.-A., A.D., F.S.-C., B.I., M.C.-C., V.F.)
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- Centro Nacional de Investigaciones Cardiovasculares (CNIC), Madrid, Spain (R.T.-F., C.T.-P., J.C.S.-C., S.C., B.O., I.F.-N., I.G.-L., J.M.O., P.M., E.L.-P., A.F.-O., A.G.-A., A.D., F.S.-C., B.I., M.C.-C., V.F.)
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- Centro Nacional de Investigaciones Cardiovasculares (CNIC), Madrid, Spain (R.T.-F., C.T.-P., J.C.S.-C., S.C., B.O., I.F.-N., I.G.-L., J.M.O., P.M., E.L.-P., A.F.-O., A.G.-A., A.D., F.S.-C., B.I., M.C.-C., V.F.)
- Instituto de Investigación Sanitaria Fundación Jiménez Díaz (IIS-FJD), Madrid, Spain (R.T.-F., F.B.-K., C.A., B.I., M.C.-C.)
- CIBER de enfermedades Cardiovasculares (CIBERCV), Instituto de Salud Carlos III (ISCIII), Madrid, Spain (I.G.-L., P.M., A.F.-O., A.G.-A., B.I.)
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- Centro Nacional de Investigaciones Cardiovasculares (CNIC), Madrid, Spain (R.T.-F., C.T.-P., J.C.S.-C., S.C., B.O., I.F.-N., I.G.-L., J.M.O., P.M., E.L.-P., A.F.-O., A.G.-A., A.D., F.S.-C., B.I., M.C.-C., V.F.)
- Instituto de Investigación Sanitaria Fundación Jiménez Díaz (IIS-FJD), Madrid, Spain (R.T.-F., F.B.-K., C.A., B.I., M.C.-C.)
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- Centro Nacional de Investigaciones Cardiovasculares (CNIC), Madrid, Spain (R.T.-F., C.T.-P., J.C.S.-C., S.C., B.O., I.F.-N., I.G.-L., J.M.O., P.M., E.L.-P., A.F.-O., A.G.-A., A.D., F.S.-C., B.I., M.C.-C., V.F.)
- Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, New York (V.F.)
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Xi H, Jing M, Sun Q, Wang Y, Zhu H, Zhou J. The relationship between different exercise conditions and pericoronary inflammation as quantified by coronary CTA in coronary artery disease. Heliyon 2024; 10:e25316. [PMID: 38352755 PMCID: PMC10861983 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2024.e25316] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/15/2023] [Revised: 12/21/2023] [Accepted: 01/24/2024] [Indexed: 02/16/2024] Open
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Objectives The correlation between exercise type and intensity and coronary artery inflammation in patients with stable coronary artery disease (CAD) is unknown. Therefore, this study assessed the relationship between coronary inflammation quantified by coronary computed tomography angiography (CCTA) and exercise intensity and pattern in patients with CAD. Materials and methods Patients who underwent CCTA between 2019 and 2023 in the second hospital of Lanzhou University were retrospectively examined. We calculated the pericoronary fat attenuation index (FAI) on the right coronary artery (RCA) as a marker of coronary inflammation. We compared basic information, exercise status, and RCA-FAI values between the two groups, and described the relationship between different exercise durations and RCA-FAI using analysis of variance and restricted cubic splines. Results In total, 1222 patients were included: 774 had no CAD and 448 patients had CAD. Sex (P = 0.016; odds ratio [OR]: 0.673), high-density lipoprotein (P = 0.006; OR: 0.601), low-density lipoprotein (P = 0.001; OR. 0.762), hypertension (P = 0.000; OR: 0.762), smoking (P = 0.005; OR: 0.670), and postprandial glucose (P = 0.030; OR: 0.812), household income (P = 0.038; OR:1.117), and body mass index (P = 0.000; OR:1.084) were the risk factors for elevated RCA-FAI values in the patients with coronary artery disease group. And when the exercise modality was running and aerobics, the correlation between RCA-FAI values and exercise time showed a "U"-shaped relationship. Follow-up revealed that short periods of high-intensity exercise resulted in lower RCA-FAI values. Conclusion RCA-FAI was significantly associated with coronary artery inflammation. Although appropriate physical activity reduced the risk of pericoronary inflammation and coronary atherosclerosis, overly prolonged exercise could exacerbate the coronary inflammatory response and increase the likelihood of CAD.
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- Huaze Xi
- Department of Radiology, Lanzhou University Second Hospital, Lanzhou, China
- Second Clinical School, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, China
- Key Laboratory of Medical Imaging of Gansu Province, Lanzhou, China
- Gansu International Scientific and Technological Cooperation Base of Medical Imaging Artificial Intelligence, Lanzhou, China
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- Department of Radiology, Lanzhou University Second Hospital, Lanzhou, China
- Second Clinical School, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, China
- Key Laboratory of Medical Imaging of Gansu Province, Lanzhou, China
- Gansu International Scientific and Technological Cooperation Base of Medical Imaging Artificial Intelligence, Lanzhou, China
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- Department of Radiology, Lanzhou University Second Hospital, Lanzhou, China
- Second Clinical School, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, China
- Key Laboratory of Medical Imaging of Gansu Province, Lanzhou, China
- Gansu International Scientific and Technological Cooperation Base of Medical Imaging Artificial Intelligence, Lanzhou, China
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- Department of Radiology, Lanzhou University Second Hospital, Lanzhou, China
- Second Clinical School, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, China
- Key Laboratory of Medical Imaging of Gansu Province, Lanzhou, China
- Gansu International Scientific and Technological Cooperation Base of Medical Imaging Artificial Intelligence, Lanzhou, China
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- Department of Radiology, Lanzhou University Second Hospital, Lanzhou, China
- Second Clinical School, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, China
- Key Laboratory of Medical Imaging of Gansu Province, Lanzhou, China
- Gansu International Scientific and Technological Cooperation Base of Medical Imaging Artificial Intelligence, Lanzhou, China
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- Department of Radiology, Lanzhou University Second Hospital, Lanzhou, China
- Second Clinical School, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, China
- Key Laboratory of Medical Imaging of Gansu Province, Lanzhou, China
- Gansu International Scientific and Technological Cooperation Base of Medical Imaging Artificial Intelligence, Lanzhou, China
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Gianopoulos I, Daskalopoulou SS. Macrophage profiling in atherosclerosis: understanding the unstable plaque. Basic Res Cardiol 2024; 119:35-56. [PMID: 38244055 DOI: 10.1007/s00395-023-01023-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/09/2023] [Revised: 11/01/2023] [Accepted: 11/01/2023] [Indexed: 01/22/2024]
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The development and rupture of atherosclerotic plaques is a major contributor to myocardial infarctions and ischemic strokes. The dynamic evolution of the plaque is largely attributed to monocyte/macrophage functions, which respond to various stimuli in the plaque microenvironment. To this end, macrophages play a central role in atherosclerotic lesions through the uptake of oxidized low-density lipoprotein that gets trapped in the artery wall, and the induction of an inflammatory response that can differentially affect the stability of the plaque in men and women. In this environment, macrophages can polarize towards pro-inflammatory M1 or anti-inflammatory M2 phenotypes, which represent the extremes of the polarization spectrum that include Mhem, M(Hb), Mox, and M4 populations. However, this traditional macrophage model paradigm has been redefined to include numerous immune and nonimmune cell clusters based on in-depth unbiased single-cell approaches. The goal of this review is to highlight (1) the phenotypic and functional properties of monocyte subsets in the circulation, and macrophage populations in atherosclerotic plaques, as well as their contribution towards stable or unstable phenotypes in men and women, and (2) single-cell RNA sequencing studies that have advanced our knowledge of immune, particularly macrophage signatures present in the atherosclerotic niche. We discuss the importance of performing high-dimensional approaches to facilitate the development of novel sex-specific immunotherapies that aim to reduce the risk of cardiovascular events.
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- Ioanna Gianopoulos
- Division of Experimental Medicine, Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre, McGill University, Montreal, Canada
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- Division of Experimental Medicine, Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre, McGill University, Montreal, Canada.
- Division of Internal Medicine, Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, McGill University Health Centre, McGill University, Montreal, Canada.
- Department of Medicine, Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre, Glen Site, 1001 Decarie Boulevard, EM1.2210, Montreal, Quebec, H4A 3J1, Canada.
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Zhao Z, Zhang X, Sun T, Huang X, Ma M, Yang S, Zhou Y. Prognostic value of systemic immune-inflammation index in CAD patients: Systematic review and meta-analyses. Eur J Clin Invest 2024; 54:e14100. [PMID: 37776036 DOI: 10.1111/eci.14100] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/07/2023] [Revised: 09/07/2023] [Accepted: 09/20/2023] [Indexed: 10/01/2023]
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BACKGROUND Systemic immune-inflammation index (SII) is a novel inflammatory marker based on neutrophils, platelets and lymphocytes counts, which has potential prognostic value among coronary artery disease (CAD) patients as described by some observational studies. We aimed to provide higher-certainty evidence to verify the association of SII with poor outcomes of CAD patients. METHODS PubMed, Web of Science, Embase, Ovid and Scopus were searched to find relevant literature exploring the prognostic value of SII among CAD patients. Hazard ratios (HRs) with 95% confidence intervals (CIs) extracted from the literature included were pooled with the fixed-effect or random-effect model. Sensitivity analyses and subgroup analyses were conducted to detect the source of heterogeneity and evaluate the stability of results. RESULTS A total of nine studies with 15,832 participants were included. The quantitative synthesis including eight studies with 15,657 participants showed that the high SII was related to the major adverse cardiovascular event in CAD patients (HR with 95% CI: 2.36 [1.67, 3.33]). After eliminating heterogeneity and adjusting for publication bias, the above result was still robust (HR with 95% CI: 1.67 [1.32, 2.12]). Additionally, we also demonstrated the prognostic values of SII for all-cause death, cardiovascular death, myocardial infarction and stroke. CONCLUSION Higher SII has prognostic values for adverse outcomes in CAD patients.
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- Zehao Zhao
- Department of Cardiology, Beijing Anzhen Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
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- Department of Cardiology, Beijing Anzhen Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
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- Department of Cardiology, Beijing Anzhen Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
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- Department of Cardiology, Beijing Anzhen Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
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- Beijing Institute of Heart, Lung and Blood Vessel Disease, Beijing, China
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- Department of Cardiology, Beijing Anzhen Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
- Beijing Institute of Heart, Lung and Blood Vessel Disease, Beijing, China
- Beijing Key Laboratory of Precision Medicine of Coronary Atherosclerotic Disease, Clinical Center for Coronary Heart Disease, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
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- Department of Cardiology, Beijing Anzhen Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
- Beijing Institute of Heart, Lung and Blood Vessel Disease, Beijing, China
- Beijing Key Laboratory of Precision Medicine of Coronary Atherosclerotic Disease, Clinical Center for Coronary Heart Disease, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
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Ferrell M, Wang Z, Anderson JT, Li XS, Witkowski M, DiDonato JA, Hilser JR, Hartiala JA, Haghikia A, Cajka T, Fiehn O, Sangwan N, Demuth I, König M, Steinhagen-Thiessen E, Landmesser U, Tang WHW, Allayee H, Hazen SL. A terminal metabolite of niacin promotes vascular inflammation and contributes to cardiovascular disease risk. Nat Med 2024; 30:424-434. [PMID: 38374343 DOI: 10.1038/s41591-023-02793-8] [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] [Received: 03/16/2023] [Accepted: 12/22/2023] [Indexed: 02/21/2024]
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Despite intensive preventive cardiovascular disease (CVD) efforts, substantial residual CVD risk remains even for individuals receiving all guideline-recommended interventions. Niacin is an essential micronutrient fortified in food staples, but its role in CVD is not well understood. In this study, untargeted metabolomics analysis of fasting plasma from stable cardiac patients in a prospective discovery cohort (n = 1,162 total, n = 422 females) suggested that niacin metabolism was associated with incident major adverse cardiovascular events (MACE). Serum levels of the terminal metabolites of excess niacin, N1-methyl-2-pyridone-5-carboxamide (2PY) and N1-methyl-4-pyridone-3-carboxamide (4PY), were associated with increased 3-year MACE risk in two validation cohorts (US n = 2,331 total, n = 774 females; European n = 832 total, n = 249 females) (adjusted hazard ratio (HR) (95% confidence interval) for 2PY: 1.64 (1.10-2.42) and 2.02 (1.29-3.18), respectively; for 4PY: 1.89 (1.26-2.84) and 1.99 (1.26-3.14), respectively). Phenome-wide association analysis of the genetic variant rs10496731, which was significantly associated with both 2PY and 4PY levels, revealed an association of this variant with levels of soluble vascular adhesion molecule 1 (sVCAM-1). Further meta-analysis confirmed association of rs10496731 with sVCAM-1 (n = 106,000 total, n = 53,075 females, P = 3.6 × 10-18). Moreover, sVCAM-1 levels were significantly correlated with both 2PY and 4PY in a validation cohort (n = 974 total, n = 333 females) (2PY: rho = 0.13, P = 7.7 × 10-5; 4PY: rho = 0.18, P = 1.1 × 10-8). Lastly, treatment with physiological levels of 4PY, but not its structural isomer 2PY, induced expression of VCAM-1 and leukocyte adherence to vascular endothelium in mice. Collectively, these results indicate that the terminal breakdown products of excess niacin, 2PY and 4PY, are both associated with residual CVD risk. They also suggest an inflammation-dependent mechanism underlying the clinical association between 4PY and MACE.
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- Marc Ferrell
- Department of Cardiovascular & Metabolic Sciences, Lerner Research Institute, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH, USA
- Systems Biology and Bioinformatics Program, Department of Nutrition, Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, OH, USA
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- Department of Cardiovascular & Metabolic Sciences, Lerner Research Institute, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH, USA
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- Department of Cardiovascular & Metabolic Sciences, Lerner Research Institute, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH, USA
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- Department of Cardiovascular & Metabolic Sciences, Lerner Research Institute, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH, USA
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- Department of Cardiovascular & Metabolic Sciences, Lerner Research Institute, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH, USA
- Department of Cardiology, Angiology and Intensive Care, Deutsches Herzzentrum der Charité, Campus Benjamin Franklin, Berlin, Germany
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- Department of Cardiovascular & Metabolic Sciences, Lerner Research Institute, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH, USA
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- Department of Population and Public Health Sciences, Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA, USA
- Department of Biochemistry & Molecular Medicine, Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA, USA
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- Department of Population and Public Health Sciences, Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA, USA
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- Department of Cardiology, Angiology and Intensive Care, Deutsches Herzzentrum der Charité, Campus Benjamin Franklin, Berlin, Germany
- German Center for Cardiovascular Research (DZHK), Partner Site Berlin, Berlin, Germany
- Berlin Institute of Health (BIH), Berlin, Germany
- Friede Springer Cardiovascular Prevention Center at Charité, Berlin, Germany
- Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, corporate member of Freie Universität Berlin and Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, Berlin, Germany
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- West Coast Metabolomics Center, University of California, Davis, Davis, CA, USA
- Institute of Physiology of the Czech Academy of Sciences, Prague, Czech Republic
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- West Coast Metabolomics Center, University of California, Davis, Davis, CA, USA
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- Department of Cardiovascular & Metabolic Sciences, Lerner Research Institute, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH, USA
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- Department of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Berlin, Germany
- Berlin Institute of Health Center for Regenerative Therapies, Berlin, Germany
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- Department of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Berlin, Germany
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- Department of Cardiology, Angiology and Intensive Care, Deutsches Herzzentrum der Charité, Campus Benjamin Franklin, Berlin, Germany
- German Center for Cardiovascular Research (DZHK), Partner Site Berlin, Berlin, Germany
- Berlin Institute of Health (BIH), Berlin, Germany
- Friede Springer Cardiovascular Prevention Center at Charité, Berlin, Germany
- Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, corporate member of Freie Universität Berlin and Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, Berlin, Germany
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- Department of Cardiovascular & Metabolic Sciences, Lerner Research Institute, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH, USA
- Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Heart, Vascular and Thoracic Institute, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH, USA
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- Department of Population and Public Health Sciences, Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA, USA
- Department of Biochemistry & Molecular Medicine, Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA, USA
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- Department of Cardiovascular & Metabolic Sciences, Lerner Research Institute, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH, USA.
- Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Heart, Vascular and Thoracic Institute, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH, USA.
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Seropian IM, Cassaglia P, Miksztowicz V, González GE. Unraveling the role of galectin-3 in cardiac pathology and physiology. Front Physiol 2023; 14:1304735. [PMID: 38170009 PMCID: PMC10759241 DOI: 10.3389/fphys.2023.1304735] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/12/2023] [Accepted: 12/05/2023] [Indexed: 01/05/2024] Open
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Galectin-3 (Gal-3) is a carbohydrate-binding protein with multiple functions. Gal-3 regulates cell growth, proliferation, and apoptosis by orchestrating cell-cell and cell-matrix interactions. It is implicated in the development and progression of cardiovascular disease, and its expression is increased in patients with heart failure. In atherosclerosis, Gal-3 promotes monocyte recruitment to the arterial wall boosting inflammation and atheroma. In acute myocardial infarction (AMI), the expression of Gal-3 increases in infarcted and remote zones from the beginning of AMI, and plays a critical role in macrophage infiltration, differentiation to M1 phenotype, inflammation and interstitial fibrosis through collagen synthesis. Genetic deficiency of Gal-3 delays wound healing, impairs cardiac remodeling and function after AMI. On the contrary, Gal-3 deficiency shows opposite results with improved remodeling and function in other cardiomyopathies and in hypertension. Pharmacologic inhibition with non-selective inhibitors is also protective in cardiac disease. Finally, we recently showed that Gal-3 participates in normal aging. However, genetic absence of Gal-3 in aged mice exacerbates pathological hypertrophy and increases fibrosis, as opposed to reduced fibrosis shown in cardiac disease. Despite some gaps in understanding its precise mechanisms of action, Gal-3 represents a potential therapeutic target for the treatment of cardiovascular diseases and the management of cardiac aging. In this review, we summarize the current knowledge regarding the role of Gal-3 in the pathophysiology of heart failure, atherosclerosis, hypertension, myocarditis, and ischemic heart disease. Furthermore, we describe the physiological role of Gal-3 in cardiac aging.
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- Ignacio M. Seropian
- Laboratorio de Patología Cardiovascular Experimental e Hipertensión Arterial, Instituto de Investigaciones Biomédicas (UCA-CONICET), Facultad de Ciencias Médicas Universidad Católica Argentina, Buenos Aires, Argentina
- Servicio de Hemodinamia, Hospital Italiano de Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires, Argentina
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- Departamento de Patología, Instituto de Salud Comunitaria, Universidad Nacional de Hurlingham, Buenos Aires, Argentina
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- Laboratorio de Patología Cardiovascular Experimental e Hipertensión Arterial, Instituto de Investigaciones Biomédicas (UCA-CONICET), Facultad de Ciencias Médicas Universidad Católica Argentina, Buenos Aires, Argentina
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- Laboratorio de Patología Cardiovascular Experimental e Hipertensión Arterial, Instituto de Investigaciones Biomédicas (UCA-CONICET), Facultad de Ciencias Médicas Universidad Católica Argentina, Buenos Aires, Argentina
- Departamento de Patología, Instituto de Salud Comunitaria, Universidad Nacional de Hurlingham, Buenos Aires, Argentina
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Lee JH, Shores KL, Breithaupt JJ, Lee CS, Fodera DM, Kwon JB, Ettyreddy AR, Myers KM, Evison BJ, Suchowerska AK, Gersbach CA, Leong KW, Truskey GA. PCSK9 activation promotes early atherosclerosis in a vascular microphysiological system. APL Bioeng 2023; 7:046103. [PMID: 37854060 PMCID: PMC10581720 DOI: 10.1063/5.0167440] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/12/2023] [Accepted: 09/27/2023] [Indexed: 10/20/2023] Open
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Atherosclerosis is a primary precursor of cardiovascular disease (CVD), the leading cause of death worldwide. While proprotein convertase subtilisin/kexin 9 (PCSK9) contributes to CVD by degrading low-density lipoprotein receptors (LDLR) and altering lipid metabolism, PCSK9 also influences vascular inflammation, further promoting atherosclerosis. Here, we utilized a vascular microphysiological system to test the effect of PCSK9 activation or repression on the initiation of atherosclerosis and to screen the efficacy of a small molecule PCSK9 inhibitor. We have generated PCSK9 over-expressed (P+) or repressed (P-) human induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) and further differentiated them to smooth muscle cells (viSMCs) or endothelial cells (viECs). Tissue-engineered blood vessels (TEBVs) made from P+ viSMCs and viECs resulted in increased monocyte adhesion compared to the wild type (WT) or P- equivalents when treated with enzyme-modified LDL (eLDL) and TNF-α. We also found significant viEC dysfunction, such as increased secretion of VCAM-1, TNF-α, and IL-6, in P+ viECs treated with eLDL and TNF-α. A small molecule compound, NYX-1492, that was originally designed to block PCSK9 binding with the LDLR was tested in TEBVs to determine its effect on lowering PCSK9-induced inflammation. The compound reduced monocyte adhesion in P+ TEBVs with evidence of lowering secretion of VCAM-1 and TNF-α. These results suggest that PCSK9 inhibition may decrease vascular inflammation in addition to lowering plasma LDL levels, enhancing its anti-atherosclerotic effects, particularly in patients with elevated chronic inflammation.
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- Jounghyun H. Lee
- Department of Biomedical Engineering, Columbia University, New York, New York 10032, USA
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, Duke University, Durham, North Carolina 27708, USA
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, Duke University, Durham, North Carolina 27708, USA
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, Columbia University, New York, New York 10032, USA
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, Columbia University, New York, New York 10032, USA
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Columbia University, New York, New York 10032, USA
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, Columbia University, New York, New York 10032, USA
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, Duke University, Durham, North Carolina 27708, USA
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Liao G, Liu W, Dai Y, Shi X, Liu Y, Li D, Xu T. Beneficial effects of flavonoids on animal models of atherosclerosis: A systematic review and meta-analysis. iScience 2023; 26:108337. [PMID: 38026172 PMCID: PMC10665821 DOI: 10.1016/j.isci.2023.108337] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/23/2023] [Revised: 09/07/2023] [Accepted: 10/23/2023] [Indexed: 12/01/2023] Open
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Atherosclerosis is the main cause of cardiovascular diseases that seriously endanger human health. The existing treatment drugs are effective, but they have some side effects. Accumulating evidence suggests that flavonoids have attracted wide attention due to their multiple cardioprotective effects and fewer side effects. PubMed, Web of Science database, Embase, and Cochrane Library were searched for studies evaluating the effects of flavonoids against atherosclerosis. 119 studies published from August 1954 to April 2023 were included. Random-effects models were performed for synthesis. Compared with the control group, flavonoids significantly reduced longitudinal and cross-sectional plaque area. The findings indicated that flavonoids significantly reduced the concentrations of serum TC, TG, and LDL-C and increased serum HDL-C concentrations. Besides, flavonoids reduced the levels of circulating pro-inflammatory factors, including TNF-α, IL-1β, and IL-6, and increased the serum IL-10 level. This study provides evidence for the potential cardiovascular benefits of flavonoids.
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- Gege Liao
- Institute of Cardiovascular Disease Research, Xuzhou Medical University, Xuzhou, China
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- Institute of Cardiovascular Disease Research, Xuzhou Medical University, Xuzhou, China
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- Institute of Cardiovascular Disease Research, Xuzhou Medical University, Xuzhou, China
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- Department of Cardiology, the Affiliated Hospital of Xuzhou Medical University, Xuzhou, China
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- Institute of Cardiovascular Disease Research, Xuzhou Medical University, Xuzhou, China
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- Institute of Cardiovascular Disease Research, Xuzhou Medical University, Xuzhou, China
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- Department of Cardiology, the Affiliated Hospital of Xuzhou Medical University, Xuzhou, China
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Zhang B, Peng A, Li S, Li F, Wan J, Lu J. Association of triglyceride-glucose index and neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio with coronary artery disease. BMC Cardiovasc Disord 2023; 23:534. [PMID: 37915029 PMCID: PMC10621077 DOI: 10.1186/s12872-023-03564-6] [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: 05/30/2023] [Accepted: 10/17/2023] [Indexed: 11/03/2023] Open
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OBJECTIVE The present study aimed to investigate the association of triglyceride-glucose (TyG) index and neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio (NLR) with coronary artery disease (CAD), and evaluate the cumulative value of TyG index and NLR in identifying CAD, as well as the severity of CAD. METHODS This retrospective study enrolled 2867 patients who underwent coronary angiography (CAG) for the first time between January 2013 and June 2022 in Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University. There were 2109 patients with CAD and 758 patients without CAD. The CAD patients were divided into two groups based on the median of Gensini score (mild stenosis CAD group: Gensini score < 26 points; severe stenosis CAD group: Gensini score ≥ 26 points). To further evaluate the cumulative value of TyG index and NLR in identifying CAD and CAD severity, all patients were classified into four groups based on median of TyG index and NLR: (1) the control group: patients with low-TyG and low-NLR; (2) isolated high-NLR group: patients with low-TyG and high- NLR; (3) isolated high- TyG group: patients with high-TyG and low- NLR; (4) high-TyG combined with high-NLR group: patients with high-TyG and high- NLR. RESULTS Multivariate logistic regression analysis showed that both the TyG index and NLR were independent risk factors for CAD, and they were also independent risk factors for severe stenosis in CAD (P < 0.05). Compared with the low-TyG and low- NLR group, patients in high-TyG and high- NLR group had a 1.418 times higher odds ratio (OR) of having CAD and a 1.692 times higher OR of having severe stenosis in CAD in the multivariable logistic regression model. It is worth noting that the OR values of the high-TyG and high- NLR group were higher than those of the isolated high-NLR group and the isolated high- TyG group. The ROC analysis showed that the combination of the TyG index and NLR was superior to TyG index or NLR in predicting CAD and CAD severity. CONCLUSION Compared to TyG index or NLR, the combination of the TyG index and NLR is beneficial to improve the diagnostic accuracy of CAD and CAD severity.
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- Bing Zhang
- Department of Cardiology, Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University, No 169 Donghu Road, Wuchang District, Wuhan, 430071, Hubei Province, China
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- Department of Cardiology, Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University, No 169 Donghu Road, Wuchang District, Wuhan, 430071, Hubei Province, China
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- Department of Critical Care Medicine, Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University, No 169 Donghu Road, Wuchang District, Wuhan, 430071, Hubei Province, China
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- Department of Cardiology, Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University, No 169 Donghu Road, Wuchang District, Wuhan, 430071, Hubei Province, China
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- Department of Cardiology, Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University, No 169 Donghu Road, Wuchang District, Wuhan, 430071, Hubei Province, China.
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- Department of General Practice, Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University, No 169 Donghu Road, Wuchang District, Wuhan, 430071, Hubei Province, China.
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Tang C, Wang H, Guo L, Zou C, Hu J, Zhang H, Zhou W, Yang G. CpG-Conjugated Silver Nanoparticles as a Multifunctional Nanomedicine to Promote Macrophage Efferocytosis and Repolarization for Atherosclerosis Therapy. ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES 2023. [PMID: 37910772 DOI: 10.1021/acsami.3c11227] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/03/2023]
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Atherosclerosis (AS) is a major contributor to cardiovascular diseases, necessitating the development of novel therapeutic strategies to alleviate plaque burden. Macrophage efferocytosis, the process by which macrophages clear apoptotic and foam cells, plays a crucial role in plaque regression. However, this process is impaired in AS lesions due to the overexpression of CD47, which produces a "do not eat me" signal. In this study, we investigated the potential of CpG, a toll-like receptor 9 agonist, to enhance macrophage efferocytosis for AS therapy. We demonstrated that CpG treatment promoted the engulfment of CD47-positive apoptotic cells and foam cells by macrophages. Mechanistically, CpG induced a metabolic shift in macrophages characterized by enhanced fatty acid oxidation and de novo lipid biosynthesis, contributing to its pro-efferocytic effect. To enable in vivo application, we conjugated CpG on silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) to form CpG-AgNPs, which could protect CpG from biological degradation, promote its cellular uptake, and release CpG in response to intracellular glutathione. Combining the intrinsic antioxidative and anti-inflammatory abilities of AgNPs, such nanomedicine displayed multifunctionalities to simultaneously promote macrophage efferocytosis and repolarization. In an ApoE-/- mouse model, intravenous administration of CpG-AgNPs effectively targeted atherosclerotic plaques and exhibited potent therapeutic efficacy with excellent biocompatibility. Our study provides valuable insights into CpG-induced macrophage efferocytosis and highlights the potential of CpG-AgNPs as a promising therapeutic strategy for AS.
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- Cui Tang
- Xiangya School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan 410013, China
- Center of Clinical Pharmacology, The Third Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan 410013, China
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- Center of Clinical Pharmacology, The Third Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan 410013, China
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- Xiangya School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan 410013, China
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- Center of Clinical Pharmacology, The Third Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan 410013, China
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- First Department of Pathology, Affiliated Hospital, Shihezi University, Shihezi City 832002, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, China
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- Academician Workstation, Changsha Medical University, Changsha 410219, China
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- Xiangya School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan 410013, China
- Academician Workstation, Changsha Medical University, Changsha 410219, China
- NHC Key Laboratory of Prevention and Treatment of Central Asia High Incidence Diseases, Affiliated Hospital, Shihezi University, Shihezi City, Xinjiang 832002, China
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- Xiangya School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan 410013, China
- Center of Clinical Pharmacology, The Third Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan 410013, China
- National-Local Joint Engineering Laboratory of Drug Clinical Evaluation Technology, Changsha, Hunan 410000, China
- Hunan Engineering Research Center for Optimization of Drug Formulation and Early Clinical Evaluation, Changsha, Hunan 410013, China
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Song M, Zhang G, Shi H, Zhu E, Deng L, Shen H. Serum YKL-40 in coronary heart disease: linkage with inflammatory cytokines, artery stenosis, and optimal cut-off value for estimating major adverse cardiovascular events. Front Cardiovasc Med 2023; 10:1242339. [PMID: 38028459 PMCID: PMC10644235 DOI: 10.3389/fcvm.2023.1242339] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/19/2023] [Accepted: 09/22/2023] [Indexed: 12/01/2023] Open
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Objective YKL-40, previously known as chitinase-3-like protein 1 (CHI3L1), is an inflammation-related glycoprotein that promotes atherosclerosis, but its application and optimal cut-off value as a prognostic biomarker in coronary heart disease (CHD) require more clinical evidence. Thus, this prospective study aimed to evaluate the linkage of serum YKL-40 with disease features, inflammatory cytokines, and major adverse cardiovascular events (MACEs) in CHD patients. Methods A total of 410 CHD patients were enrolled for serum YKL-40 determination via enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay. Meanwhile, serum YKL-40 levels in 100 healthy controls (HCs) were also quantified. Results YKL-40 level was higher in CHD patients compared with that in HCs (P < 0.001). YKL-40 was positively linked with hyperlipidemia (P = 0.014), diabetes mellitus (P = 0.001), fasting blood glucose (P = 0.045), C-reactive protein (P < 0.001), the Gensini score (P < 0.001), and stenosis degree (graded by the Gensini score) (P < 0.001) in CHD patients. In addition, an elevated YKL-40 level was associated with increased levels of tumor necrosis factor alpha (P = 0.001), interleukin (IL)-1β (P = 0.001), IL-6 (P < 0.001), and IL-17A (P = 0.002) in CHD patients. The 1-/2-/3-year cumulative MACE rates of CHD patients were 5.5%, 14.4%, and 25.0%, respectively. Regarding the prognostic capability, YKL-40 ≥100 ng/ml (the median cut-off value) (P = 0.003) and YKL-40 ≥150 ng/ml (the third interquartile cut-off value) (P = 0.021) reflected an elevated accumulating MACE rate, whereas accumulating MACE was not different between CHD patients with YKL-40 ≥80 and <80 ng/ml (the first interquartile cut-off value) (P = 0.083). Conclusion Serum YKL-40 is positively linked with inflammatory cytokines and the Gensini score, whose high expression cut-off by 100 and 150 ng/ml estimates a higher MACE risk in CHD patients.
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- Mowei Song
- Department of Cardiology, The First Affiliated Hospital, Harbin Medical University, Harbin, China
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- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital, Harbin Medical University, Harbin, China
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- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, The Fourth Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University, Harbin, China
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- Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital, Harbin Medical University, Harbin, China
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- Department of Extracorporeal Life Support, The People’s Hospital of Gaozhou, Gaozhou, China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital, Harbin Medical University, Harbin, China
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Li X, Li Z, Cai D, Li Y, Zhu Y, Jiao R, Lai C, Sun J, Bai W. Vitisin A, as a Type of Pyranoanthocyanin, Suppresses Inflammation by Restricting Hematopoietic Stem Cell Differentiation toward Monocytes in Bone Marrow. JOURNAL OF AGRICULTURAL AND FOOD CHEMISTRY 2023; 71:15048-15063. [PMID: 37811833 DOI: 10.1021/acs.jafc.3c03119] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/10/2023]
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Hematopoietic stem and progenitor cells (HSPCs) could be differentiated into mature myeloid and lymphoid cells, maintaining the requirements of immune cells. Atherosclerosis and ulcerative colitis (UC) drive HSPC homeostasis destruction, which triggers expansive HSPC proliferation and Ly6Chi monocyte production, contributing to aggravated inflammation. Vitisin A belongs to the anthocyanin derivatives with excellent stability and bioactivity in vitro. However, there is no report about the anti-inflammation of Vitisin A via reprogramming HSPC differentiation toward monocytes. In this study, we found that Vitisin A presents anti-inflammatory ability during the development of atherosclerosis and UC by depressing Ly6Chi monocyte production from bone marrow. This performance depended on restricted HSPC differentiation, which suggested that Vitisin A participated in monocyte generation and carried out the immunomodulation. Together, Vitisin A ameliorates inflammation during atherosclerosis and UC via the suppressed differentiation of HSPCs toward monocytes, which could be considered an ideal functional component with immunomodulatory effects.
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- Xusheng Li
- The Sixth Affiliated Hospital, Jinan University, Dongguan 523576, P. R. China
- Department of Food Science and Engineering, Institute of Food Safety and Nutrition, Jinan University, Guangzhou 510632, P. R. China
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- Department of Systems Biomedical Sciences, School of Medicine, Jinan University, Guangzhou 510632, P. R. China
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- Department of Food Science and Engineering, Institute of Food Safety and Nutrition, Jinan University, Guangzhou 510632, P. R. China
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- Department of Food Science and Engineering, Institute of Food Safety and Nutrition, Jinan University, Guangzhou 510632, P. R. China
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- Department of Food Science and Engineering, Institute of Food Safety and Nutrition, Jinan University, Guangzhou 510632, P. R. China
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- Department of Food Science and Engineering, Institute of Food Safety and Nutrition, Jinan University, Guangzhou 510632, P. R. China
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- The Sixth Affiliated Hospital, Jinan University, Dongguan 523576, P. R. China
- Department of Urology, Institute of Kidney Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital, Jinan University, Guangzhou 510632, P. R. China
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- School of Chemical Engineering and Light Industry, Guangdong University of Technology, Guangzhou 510006, P. R. China
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- Department of Food Science and Engineering, Institute of Food Safety and Nutrition, Jinan University, Guangzhou 510632, P. R. China
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Guo S, Mao X, Liu J. Multi-faceted roles of C1q/TNF-related proteins family in atherosclerosis. Front Immunol 2023; 14:1253433. [PMID: 37901246 PMCID: PMC10611500 DOI: 10.3389/fimmu.2023.1253433] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/05/2023] [Accepted: 09/25/2023] [Indexed: 10/31/2023] Open
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Purpose of review C1q/TNF-related proteins (CTRPs) are involved in the modulation of the development and prognosis of atherosclerosis (AS). Here, we summarizes the pathophysiological roles of individual members of the CTRP superfamily in the development of AS. Currently, there is no specific efficacious treatment for AS-related diseases, therefore it is urgent to develop novel therapeutic strategies aiming to target key molecules involved in AS. Recent findings Recently, mounting studies verified the critical roles of the CTRP family, including CTRP1-7, CTRP9 and CTRP11-15, in the development and progression of AS by influencing inflammatory response, modulating glucose and lipid metabolism, regulating endothelial functions and the proliferation of vascular smooth muscle cells (VSMCs). Conclusions CTRP family regulate different pathophysiology stages of AS. CTRP3, CTRP9, CTRP12, CTRP13 and CTRP15 play a clear protective role in AS, while CTRP5 and CTRP7 play a pro-atherosclerotic role in AS. The remarkable progress in our understanding of CTRPs' role in AS will provide an attractive therapeutic target for AS.
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- Shuren Guo
- Department of Clinical Laboratory, Key Clinical Laboratory of Henan Province, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, Henan, China
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory, Henan Provincial People’s Hospital, People’s Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, Henan, China
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- College of Life Science and Technology, Xinjiang University, Xinjiang, China
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Tomiyama H. Vascular function: a key player in hypertension. Hypertens Res 2023; 46:2145-2158. [PMID: 37369849 DOI: 10.1038/s41440-023-01354-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/18/2023] [Revised: 06/06/2023] [Accepted: 06/11/2023] [Indexed: 06/29/2023]
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The major functions of the arterial system are to "efficiently deliver blood to the peripheral organs and maintain vascular homeostasis". Both the endothelial and medial layer contribute to the three major functions, namely, conversion of pulsatile to steady blood flow, appropriate distribution of blood flow to the target organs, and vascular protection and homeostasis. Vascular dysfunction contributes to the development of cardiovascular diseases through a combination of several mechanisms, including impaired coronary perfusion, cardiac systolic/diastolic dysfunction, microvascular damage, and abnormal hemodynamics in the arterial tree. The representative marker of endothelial function is flow-mediated vasodilatation and that of the medial layer function is pulse wave velocity, and that of the blood supply function of the arterial tree is the ankle-brachial pressure index. In hypertension, vascular dysfunction could also lead to the development of isolated systolic hypertension, isolated diastolic hypertension, and systolic/diastolic hypertension. Vascular dysfunction is involved in a vicious cycle with abnormal blood pressure variability. Furthermore, a vicious cycle may also exist between vascular dysfunction and hypertension. While the significances of vascular function tests to predict future cardiovascular events has been established in cases of hypertension, their usefulness in assessing the effectiveness of management of the vascular functions in hypertension on the cardiovascular outcomes has not yet been fully clarified. Thus, vascular dysfunction plays crucial roles in the pathophysiology of hypertension, and further research is warranted to establish strategies to improve vascular dysfunction in cases of hypertension. Vascular functions in the pathophysiology of hypertension. Vascular dysfunction and elevation of blood pressure are components of a vicious cycle even from their early stages, which including abnormal blood pressure variabilities. This vicious cycle is associated with hypertensive organ damage and also adverse cardiovascular outcomes. Strategies to break this vicious cycle have not yet been fully established.
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- Hirofumi Tomiyama
- Department of Cardiology, Tokyo Medical University, Tokyo, Japan.
- Division of Preemptive Medicine for Vascular Damage, Tokyo Medical University, Tokyo, Japan.
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Li L, Liu S, Zhang Z, Zhou L, Zhang Z, Xiong Y, Hu Z, Yao Y. Prognostic value of high-sensitivity C-reactive protein in patients undergoing percutaneous coronary intervention with different glycemic metabolism status. Cardiovasc Diabetol 2023; 22:223. [PMID: 37620818 PMCID: PMC10463538 DOI: 10.1186/s12933-023-01932-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/10/2023] [Accepted: 07/20/2023] [Indexed: 08/26/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND High-sensitivity C-reaction protein (hsCRP), a biomarker of residual inflammatory risk, has been demonstrated with poor cardiovascular outcomes. We aimed to investigate the prognostic value of hsCRP in patients undergoing percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) with or without diabetes mellitus (DM). METHODS In this large-scale, prospective cohort study, we enrolled 8050 consecutive patients who underwent PCI for coronary artery stenosis. All subjects were stratified as high hsCRP (> 3 mg/L) and low hsCRP (≤ 3 mg/L) and were divided into four groups (hsCRP-L/non-DM, hsCRP-H/non-DM, hsCRP-L/DM, hsCRP-H/DM). The primary endpoint of the study was major adverse cardiovascular events (MACEs), including all-cause mortality, myocardial infarction, stroke, and unplanned vessel revascularization, evaluated at a 3 year follow-up. RESULTS After 35.7 months (interquartile range: 33.2 to 36.0 months) of median follow-up time, 674 patients suffered from MACEs. We found elevated hsCRP was highly associated with an increased risk of MACEs in both diabetic (hazard ratio [HR] = 1.68, 95% confidence interval CI 1.29-2.19, P < 0.001) and non-diabetic patients (HR = 1.31, 95% CI: 1.05-1.62, P = 0.007) after adjustment for other confounding factors. Kaplan-Meier survival analysis showed the highest incidence of MACEs in hsCRP-H/DM (P < 0.001). In addition, the results of the restricted cubic spline analysis suggested a positive linear relationship between hsCRP and MACEs. CONCLUSION Elevated hsCRP is an independent risk factors of MACEs in patients undergoing PCI irrespective of glycemic metabolism status.
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- Le Li
- Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Peking Union Medical College, National Center for Cardiovascular Diseases, Fu Wai Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Department of Cardiology, The First Hospital of Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang, Hebei, China
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- Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Peking Union Medical College, National Center for Cardiovascular Diseases, Fu Wai Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Peking Union Medical College, National Center for Cardiovascular Diseases, Fu Wai Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Peking Union Medical College, National Center for Cardiovascular Diseases, Fu Wai Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Peking Union Medical College, National Center for Cardiovascular Diseases, Fu Wai Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Peking Union Medical College, National Center for Cardiovascular Diseases, Fu Wai Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Peking Union Medical College, National Center for Cardiovascular Diseases, Fu Wai Hospital, Beijing, China.
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Cheng Y, Li W, Chen J, Qi D, Guan M, Cao T, Hu H, Wu L, Rao Q, Wan Q. Correlation Analysis between Intrarenal Small Artery Intimal Thickening and Clinicopathological Features and Prognosis in Primary Membranous Nephropathy Patients. Nephron Clin Pract 2023; 148:95-103. [PMID: 37611552 DOI: 10.1159/000533414] [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: 03/07/2023] [Accepted: 08/02/2023] [Indexed: 08/25/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Primary membranous nephropathy (PMN) is the most common pathological type of nephrotic syndrome in adults. Intrarenal small artery intimal thickening can be observed in most renal biopsies. The purpose of this study was to investigate the association between intrarenal small artery intimal thickening and clinicopathological features and prognosis in PMN patients. METHODS Data were continuously collected from patients who were diagnosed with PMN in Shenzhen Second People's Hospital (The First Affiliated Hospital of Shenzhen University) from 2008 to 2021 for a retrospective cohort study. Regression analysis and survival analysis were used to analyze the relationship between intrarenal small artery intimal thickening and renal prognosis in PMN patients. RESULTS 300 PMN patients were enrolled in this study, including 165 patients (55%) with intrarenal small artery intimal thickening. Patients with intimal thickening were older, with higher BMI, systolic blood pressure and diastolic blood pressure, serum uric acid, a higher proportion of hypertension, acute kidney injury, nephrotic syndrome, more urine protein, and lower eGFR. Multivariate Cox regression analysis showed that after adjusting for age, gender, hypertension, BMI, urine protein, eGFR, and the use of ACEI/ARB and hormone immunosuppressants, intimal thickening was a risk factor for renal prognosis in PMN patients (HR = 3.68, 95% CI 1.36-9.96, p < 0.05). Kaplan-Meier survival curve analysis showed that the incidence of reaching the renal composite outcome was higher in the intimal thickening group (p < 0.05). CONCLUSION The prognosis of PMN patients with intrarenal small artery intimal thickening is worse, so early intervention is very important for these patients.
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- Yuan Cheng
- Department of Nephrology, Shenzhen Second People's Hospital, First Affiliated Hospital of Shenzhen University, Shenzhen, China
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- Department of Nephrology, Shenzhen Second People's Hospital, First Affiliated Hospital of Shenzhen University, Shenzhen, China
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- Department of Nephrology, Shenzhen Second People's Hospital, First Affiliated Hospital of Shenzhen University, Shenzhen, China
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- Department of Nephrology, Shenzhen Second People's Hospital, First Affiliated Hospital of Shenzhen University, Shenzhen, China
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- Department of Nephrology, Shenzhen Second People's Hospital, First Affiliated Hospital of Shenzhen University, Shenzhen, China
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- Department of Nephrology, Shenzhen Second People's Hospital, First Affiliated Hospital of Shenzhen University, Shenzhen, China
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- Department of Nephrology, Shenzhen Second People's Hospital, First Affiliated Hospital of Shenzhen University, Shenzhen, China
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- Department of Nephrology, Shenzhen Second People's Hospital, First Affiliated Hospital of Shenzhen University, Shenzhen, China
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Wei ZY, Lai JY, Li YT, Yu XY, Liu YH, Hu JX, Gao BB, Wu JG. Colchicine efficacy comparison at varying time points in the peri-operative period for coronary artery disease: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Front Cardiovasc Med 2023; 10:1156980. [PMID: 37600022 PMCID: PMC10438985 DOI: 10.3389/fcvm.2023.1156980] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/12/2023] [Accepted: 07/21/2023] [Indexed: 08/22/2023] Open
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Objectives Over the years, it has been found that colchicine offers substantial benefits in secondary prevention in patients with coronary artery disease (CAD). We studied the effects of colchicine timing because there are no guidelines about when to provide it during the perioperative period for patients with CAD. Methods Up to January 1, 2023, seven electronic literature databases were screened (including three English databases and four Chinese databases). Randomized controlled trials included only treatment with colchicine in the perioperative period of CAD. The Cochrane Evaluation Tool was used to judge the risk of bias in research. Statistical analysis was performed by Stata 16.0 software. Results We evaluated twelve studies that found colchicine to be effective in decreasing the occurrence of major adverse cardiac events (MACEs) (p < 0.00001), but it also raised the rate of adverse events (p = 0.001). Subgroup analysis showed the same benefit in lowering the incidence of MACE with continuous administration of a total daily dose of 0.5 mg postoperatively while minimizing drug-related side effects in the patients (p = 0.03). When it comes to preventing surgical stroke occurrences, postoperative administration is more effective (p = 0.006). While the effect of simultaneous preoperative and postoperative administration was marginally greater than other periods in reducing postoperative hs-CRP levels (p = 0.02). Conclusion Colchicine, a traditional anti-inflammatory drug, also reduces the risk of MACE by reducing inflammation after PCI. Administration at different periods had no significant effect on decreasing the occurrence of MACE, but when administered postoperatively, we advise continuous administration with a total daily dose of 0.5 mg to obtain the same benefit while minimizing the drug's side effects. Postoperative administration is the better measure to prevent postoperative stroke events. Due to the effective anti-inflammatory effect of colchicine, we recommend its use as early as possible in the perioperative period and its continued use at low doses in the postoperative period. Systematic Review Registration https://www.crd.york.ac.uk/PROSPERO/display_record.php?RecordID=316751, identifier CRD42022316751.
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- Zhi-Yang Wei
- Department of Postgraduate, Jiangxi University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Nanchang, China
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- Cardiology Department, Affiliated Hospital of Jiangxi University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Nanchang, China
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- Department of Postgraduate, Jiangxi University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Nanchang, China
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- Department of Postgraduate, Jiangxi University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Nanchang, China
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- Department of Postgraduate, Jiangxi University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Nanchang, China
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- Department of Postgraduate, Jiangxi University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Nanchang, China
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- Department of Postgraduate, Jiangxi University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Nanchang, China
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- Cardiology Department, Affiliated Hospital of Jiangxi University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Nanchang, China
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Ruddy TD, Kadoya Y, Small GR. Targeting atherosclerosis with antihypertensive therapy. J Nucl Cardiol 2023; 30:1627-1629. [PMID: 37138176 DOI: 10.1007/s12350-023-03272-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/28/2023] [Accepted: 03/31/2023] [Indexed: 05/05/2023]
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- Terrence D Ruddy
- Division of Cardiology, University of Ottawa Heart Institute, 40 Ruskin Street, Ottawa, ON, K1Y 4W7, Canada.
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- Division of Cardiology, University of Ottawa Heart Institute, 40 Ruskin Street, Ottawa, ON, K1Y 4W7, Canada
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- Division of Cardiology, University of Ottawa Heart Institute, 40 Ruskin Street, Ottawa, ON, K1Y 4W7, Canada
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Gils C, Hansen DL, Nybo M, Frederiksen H. Elevated Hemolysis Index is associated with higher risk of cardiovascular diseases. Clin Chem Lab Med 2023; 61:1497-1505. [PMID: 36814140 DOI: 10.1515/cclm-2023-0114] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/16/2022] [Accepted: 02/15/2023] [Indexed: 02/24/2023]
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OBJECTIVES In vivo hemolysis is associated with thromboembolism. Although an increased Hemolysis Index (HI) can be due to in vitro as well as in vivo hemolysis, both reflects a more fragile erythrocyte population. We therefore hypothesized that HI above upper reference limit would be associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD). METHODS We identified persons with two elevated HI (HI+) from blood samples analyzed at a university hospital laboratory from 2012 to 2017. We compared their risk of CVD with the risk in matched comparators with normal HI and from the general population. HI+ persons and comparators were followed from start date (date of the second elevated HI) until the first of the main outcome: CVD, emigration, death, or end of observation time on December 31, 2018. RESULTS In 43,102 unique HI+ persons, the risk of developing CVD was 40% higher compared with the general population and 13% higher compared with the matched blood sample cohort. HI+ was associated with a significantly increased cumulative incidence of both arterial and venous CVD compared with the matched blood sample cohort and the general population (respectively 47 and 14% for arterial CVD; 78 and 24% for venous CVD). Moreover, overall mortality risk was significantly higher in patients with HI+ than in the two comparator groups. CONCLUSIONS Elevated HI is associated with increased risk of arterial and venous CVD and with increased mortality. Our findings imply that HI may contribute as a CVD risk biomarker.
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- Charlotte Gils
- Department of Clinical Biochemistry, Odense University Hospital, Odense, Denmark
- Department of Clinical Research, University of Southern Denmark, Odense, Denmark
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- Department of Clinical Research, University of Southern Denmark, Odense, Denmark
- Department of Hematology, Odense University Hospital, Odense, Denmark
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- Department of Clinical Biochemistry, Odense University Hospital, Odense, Denmark
- Department of Clinical Research, University of Southern Denmark, Odense, Denmark
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- Department of Clinical Research, University of Southern Denmark, Odense, Denmark
- Department of Hematology, Odense University Hospital, Odense, Denmark
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Yang H, Yang R. The renal artery-aorta angle associated with renal artery plaque: a retrospective analysis based on CT. BMC Med Imaging 2023; 23:42. [PMID: 36966287 PMCID: PMC10039526 DOI: 10.1186/s12880-023-00997-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/12/2022] [Accepted: 03/14/2023] [Indexed: 03/27/2023] Open
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PURPOSE To investigate the relationship between renal artery anatomical configuration and renal artery plaque (RAP) based on 320-row CT. METHODS The abdominal contrast-enhanced CT data from 210 patients was retrospectively analyzed. Among 210 patients, there were 118 patients with RAP and 92 patients with no RAP. The anatomical parameters between lesion group and control group were compared and analyzed by using t-test, χ2-test and logistic regression analysis. RESULTS (1) There were statistical differences on age, hypertension, diabetes, hypertriglyceridemia and hypercholesterolemia between lesion group and control group. (2) The differences on the distribution and type and of RAP between lesion group and control group were statistically significant. The most common position was the proximal, and the most common type was calcified plaque. (3)There were significant statistical differences on the proximal diameter of renal artery and renal artery-aorta angle A between lesion group and control group. The differences on the other anatomical factors between two groups were not statistically significant. (4) The result of logistic regression analysis showed that right RAP was related to age, hypertension and right renal artery angle A (the AUC of ROC = 0.82), and left RAP was related to high serum cholesterol, age and left renal artery angle A(the AUC of ROC = 0.83). (5) The RAP was associated with renal artery-aorta angle A, but the differences on distribution, type stability of RAP between R1 (L1) group and R2 (L2) group were not statistically significant. CONCLUSIONS The RAP was associated with age, hypertension, hypercholesterolemia and renal artery-aorta angle A. Adults which had the greater renal artery-aorta angle A and the other above risk factors may be at increased risk for RAP.
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- Hongzhi Yang
- Department of Radiology, XD Group Hospital, Xi'an, 710077, Shaanxi, China.
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- Department of Radiology, XD Group Hospital, Xi'an, 710077, Shaanxi, China
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Barungi S, Hernández-Camarero P, Moreno-Terribas G, Villalba-Montoro R, Marchal JA, López-Ruiz E, Perán M. Clinical implications of inflammation in atheroma formation and novel therapies in cardiovascular diseases. Front Cell Dev Biol 2023; 11:1148768. [PMID: 37009489 PMCID: PMC10061140 DOI: 10.3389/fcell.2023.1148768] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/20/2023] [Accepted: 03/06/2023] [Indexed: 03/18/2023] Open
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Cardiovascular diseases (CVD) are the leading causes of death and disability in the world. Among all CVD, the most common is coronary artery disease (CAD). CAD results from the complications promoted by atherosclerosis, which is characterized by the accumulation of atherosclerotic plaques that limit and block the blood flow of the arteries involved in heart oxygenation. Atherosclerotic disease is usually treated by stents implantation and angioplasty, but these surgical interventions also favour thrombosis and restenosis which often lead to device failure. Hence, efficient and long-lasting therapeutic options that are easily accessible to patients are in high demand. Advanced technologies including nanotechnology or vascular tissue engineering may provide promising solutions for CVD. Moreover, advances in the understanding of the biological processes underlying atherosclerosis can lead to a significant improvement in the management of CVD and even to the development of novel efficient drugs. To note, over the last years, the observation that inflammation leads to atherosclerosis has gained interest providing a link between atheroma formation and oncogenesis. Here, we have focused on the description of the available therapy for atherosclerosis, including surgical treatment and experimental treatment, the mechanisms of atheroma formation, and possible novel therapeutic candidates such as the use of anti-inflammatory treatments to reduce CVD.
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- Shivan Barungi
- Department of Health Sciences, University of Jaén, Jaén, Spain
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- Centre for Biomedical Research (CIBM), Biopathology and Regenerative Medicine Institute (IBIMER), University of Granada, Granada, Spain
- Instituto de Investigación Biosanitaria ibs.GRANADA, Granada, Spain
- Department of Human Anatomy and Embryology, Faculty of Medicine, University of Granada, Granada, Spain
- Excellence Research Unit “Modeling Nature” (MNat), University of Granada, Granada, Spain
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- Department of Health Sciences, University of Jaén, Jaén, Spain
- Excellence Research Unit “Modeling Nature” (MNat), University of Granada, Granada, Spain
- *Correspondence: Elena López-Ruiz, ; Macarena Perán,
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- Department of Health Sciences, University of Jaén, Jaén, Spain
- Centre for Biomedical Research (CIBM), Biopathology and Regenerative Medicine Institute (IBIMER), University of Granada, Granada, Spain
- Excellence Research Unit “Modeling Nature” (MNat), University of Granada, Granada, Spain
- *Correspondence: Elena López-Ruiz, ; Macarena Perán,
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Zhang J, Hu J, Zhao W. Longitudinal Change of Serum Inter-α-Trypsin Inhibitor Heavy Chain H4 and its Relation with Inflammation, Disease Recurrence, and Mortality in Acute Ischemic Stroke Patients. TOHOKU J EXP MED 2023; 259:221-227. [PMID: 36596502 DOI: 10.1620/tjem.2022.j116] [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: 12/29/2022]
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Inter-α-trypsin inhibitor heavy chain H4 (ITIH4) modulates atherosclerosis, lipid, and inflammation, which is involved in the development of acute ischemic stroke. Hence, this study aimed to investigate the longitudinal change and prognostic role of ITIH4 in acute ischemic stroke. In 267 patients with acute ischemic stroke, serum ITIH4 after admission (baseline), the 1st day after admission (D1), D3, D7, and D30, and inflammatory cytokines at baseline were detected by enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA). Additionally, serum ITIH4 of 30 controls after enrollment was detected by ELISA. ITIH4 was reduced in acute ischemic stroke patients than controls [median (interquartile range, IQR): 131.0 (95.5-194.3) vs. 418.6 (241.5-506.8) ng/mL] (P < 0.001). Among acute ischemic stroke patients, ITIH4 was negatively associated with tumor necrosis factor-alpha (r = -0.211, P = 0.001), interleukin (IL)-1β (r = -0.164, P = 0.007), IL-6 (r = -0.121, P = 0.049), and IL-17A (r = -0.188, P = 0.002). ITIH4 presented a decreased trend from admission to D3, then increased from D3 to D30 (P < 0.001). The 1-year, 2-year, and 3-year cumulative recurrence rate was 7.5%, 18.0%, and 19.1%, respectively; meanwhile, 1-year, 2-year, and 3-year cumulative death rate was 2.2%, 7.1%, and 7.1%, accordingly. The further analysis presented that ITIH4 at baseline (P = 0.002), D1 (P = 0.049), D3 (P = 0.003), D7 (P < 0.001), and D30 (P < 0.001) was decreased in recurrent patients than non-recurrent patients; besides, ITIH4 at D3 (P = 0.017), D7 (P = 0.004), and D30 (P = 0.002), but not at baseline (P = 0.151) or D1 (P = 0.013), was decreased in deaths than survivors. Serum ITIH4 declines at first and then elevates with time, and its reduction is correlated with higher inflammation, increased risk of recurrence and mortality in acute ischemic stroke patients.
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- Jianli Zhang
- Department of Neurology, Lishui Municipal Central Hospital, Lishui Hospital of Zhejiang University, The Fifth Affiliated Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Lishui Municipal Central Hospital, Lishui Hospital of Zhejiang University, The Fifth Affiliated Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University
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- Department of Rehabilitation, The First Hospital of Jiaxing, Affiliated Hospital of Jiaxing University
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Wei C, Fan W, Zhang Y, Liu Y, Ding Z, Si Y, Liu J, Sun L. Nomograms Based on the Albumin/Neutrophil-to-Lymphocyte Ratio Score for Predicting Coronary Artery Disease or Subclinical Coronary Artery Disease. J Inflamm Res 2023; 16:169-182. [PMID: 36660374 PMCID: PMC9844825 DOI: 10.2147/jir.s392482] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/10/2022] [Accepted: 01/06/2023] [Indexed: 01/13/2023] Open
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Purpose To develop and validate two nomograms incorporating the albumin/neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio score (ANS) for predicting the risk of coronary artery disease (CAD) or subclinical CAD. Patients and Methods Four hundred fifty patients with suspected CAD who underwent coronary computed tomographic angiography were consecutively enrolled between September 2015 and June 2017. Nomograms were established based on independent predictors of CAD or subclinical CAD. Results In total, 437 patients with suspected CAD who underwent coronary computed tomographic angiography were included. Male sex, age ≥65 years, smoking, hypertension, diabetes, dyslipidemia, ischemic stroke, and ANS were independent predictors of CAD and subclinical CAD. The areas under the curve of each nomogram were 0.799 (95% CI: 0.752-0.846) and 0.809 (95% CI: 0.762-0.856), respectively. The calibration curve and decision curve analysis showed good performance for the diagnostic nomograms. The prediction of CAD or subclinical CAD by the ANS was not modified by the independent predictors (all, p for interaction >0.05). Conclusion Our ANS-based nomograms can provide accurate and individualized risk predictions for patients with suspected CAD or subclinical CAD.
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- Chen Wei
- Department of Cardiology, The Affiliated Hospital of Chengde Medical University, Chengde, Hebei, 067000, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Cardiology, The Affiliated Hospital of Chengde Medical University, Chengde, Hebei, 067000, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Cardiology, The Affiliated Hospital of Chengde Medical University, Chengde, Hebei, 067000, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Cardiology, The Affiliated Hospital of Chengde Medical University, Chengde, Hebei, 067000, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Cardiology, The Affiliated Hospital of Chengde Medical University, Chengde, Hebei, 067000, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Cardiology, The Affiliated Hospital of Chengde Medical University, Chengde, Hebei, 067000, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Cardiology, The Affiliated Hospital of Chengde Medical University, Chengde, Hebei, 067000, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Cardiology, The Affiliated Hospital of Chengde Medical University, Chengde, Hebei, 067000, People’s Republic of China,Correspondence: Lixian Sun, Department of Cardiology, The Affiliated Hospital of Chengde Medical University, Chengde, Hebei, 067000, People’s Republic of China, Tel +86 0314 227 9016, Fax +86 0314 227 4895, Email
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Gualtierotti R, Ruscica M. Editorial: The molecular mechanisms and therapeutic targets of atherosclerosis. Front Cardiovasc Med 2023; 9:1127693. [PMID: 36704475 PMCID: PMC9872130 DOI: 10.3389/fcvm.2022.1127693] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/19/2022] [Accepted: 12/23/2022] [Indexed: 01/11/2023] Open
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- Roberta Gualtierotti
- Fondazione Istituti di Ricovero e Cura a Carattere Scientifico (IRCCS) Ca' Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico, S.C. Medicina - Emostasi e Trombosi, Milan, Italy
- Department of Pathophysiology and Transplantation, Università degli Studi di Milano, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Pharmacological and Biomolecular Sciences, Università degli Studi di Milano, Milan, Italy
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Wu J, He S, Song Z, Chen S, Lin X, Sun H, Zhou P, Peng Q, Du S, Zheng S, Liu X. Macrophage polarization states in atherosclerosis. Front Immunol 2023; 14:1185587. [PMID: 37207214 PMCID: PMC10189114 DOI: 10.3389/fimmu.2023.1185587] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/13/2023] [Accepted: 04/21/2023] [Indexed: 05/21/2023] Open
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Atherosclerosis, a chronic inflammatory condition primarily affecting large and medium arteries, is the main cause of cardiovascular diseases. Macrophages are key mediators of inflammatory responses. They are involved in all stages of atherosclerosis development and progression, from plaque formation to transition into vulnerable plaques, and are considered important therapeutic targets. Increasing evidence suggests that the modulation of macrophage polarization can effectively control the progression of atherosclerosis. Herein, we explore the role of macrophage polarization in the progression of atherosclerosis and summarize emerging therapies for the regulation of macrophage polarization. Thus, the aim is to inspire new avenues of research in disease mechanisms and clinical prevention and treatment of atherosclerosis.
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- *Correspondence: Xiu Liu, ; Shaoyi Zheng,
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Zhang J, Ji C, Zhai X, Tong H, Hu J. Frontiers and hotspots evolution in anti-inflammatory studies for coronary heart disease: A bibliometric analysis of 1990-2022. Front Cardiovasc Med 2023; 10:1038738. [PMID: 36873405 PMCID: PMC9978200 DOI: 10.3389/fcvm.2023.1038738] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/07/2022] [Accepted: 01/17/2023] [Indexed: 02/18/2023] Open
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Background Coronary heart disease (CHD) is characterized by forming of arterial plaques composed mainly of lipids, calcium, and inflammatory cells. These plaques narrow the lumen of the coronary artery, leading to episodic or persistent angina. Atherosclerosis is not just a lipid deposition disease but an inflammatory process with a high-specificity cellular and molecular response. Anti-inflammatory treatment for CHD is a promising therapy; several recent clinical studies (CANTOS, COCOLT, and LoDoCo2) provide therapeutic directions. However, bibliometric analysis data on anti-inflammatory conditions in CHD are lacking. This study aims to provide a comprehensive visual perspective on the anti-inflammatory research in CHD and will contribute to further research. Materials and methods All the data were collected from the Web of Science Core Collection (WoSCC) database. We used the Web of Science's systematic tool to analyze the year of countries/regions, organizations, publications, authors, and citations. CiteSpace and VOSviewer were used to construct visual bibliometric networks to reveal the current status and emerging hotspot trends for anti-inflammatory intervention in CHD. Results 5,818 papers published from 1990 to 2022 were included. The number of publications has been on the rise since 2003. Libby Peter is the most prolific author in the field. "Circulation" was ranked first in the number of journals. The United States has contributed the most to the number of publications. The Harvard University System is the most published organization. The top 5 clusters of keywords co-occurrence are inflammation, C-reactive protein, coronary heart disease, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory, and myocardial infarction. The top 5 literature citation topics are chronic inflammatory diseases, cardiovascular risk; systematic review, statin therapy; high-density lipoprotein. In the past 2 years, the strongest keyword reference burst is "Nlrp3 inflammasome," and the strongest citation burst is "Ridker PM, 2017 (95.12)." Conclusion This study analyzes the research hotspots, frontiers, and development trends of anti-inflammatory applications in CHD, which is of great significance for future studies.
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- Jiale Zhang
- Institute of Basic Theory for Chinese Medicine, China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Beijing, China
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- Science and Technology College of Jiangxi University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Nanchang, Jiangxi, China
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- Graduate School of China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Beijing, China
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- Institute of Basic Theory for Chinese Medicine, China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Beijing, China
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- Institute of Basic Theory for Chinese Medicine, China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Beijing, China
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Akoumianakis I, Polkinghorne M, Antoniades C. Non-canonical WNT signalling in cardiovascular disease: mechanisms and therapeutic implications. Nat Rev Cardiol 2022; 19:783-797. [PMID: 35697779 PMCID: PMC9191761 DOI: 10.1038/s41569-022-00718-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 44] [Impact Index Per Article: 22.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 04/25/2022] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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WNT signalling comprises a diverse spectrum of receptor-mediated pathways activated by a large family of WNT ligands and influencing fundamental biological processes. WNT signalling includes the β-catenin canonical pathway and the non-canonical pathways, namely the planar cell polarity and the calcium-dependent pathways. Advances over the past decade have linked non-canonical WNT signalling with key mechanisms of atherosclerosis, including oxidative stress, endothelial dysfunction, macrophage activation and vascular smooth muscle cell phenotype regulation. In addition, non-canonical WNT signalling is involved in crucial aspects of myocardial biology, from fibrosis to hypertrophy and oxidative stress. Importantly, non-canonical WNT signalling activation has complex effects in adipose tissue in the context of obesity, thereby potentially linking metabolic and vascular diseases. Tissue-specific targeting of non-canonical WNT signalling might be associated with substantial risks of off-target tumorigenesis, challenging its therapeutic potential. However, novel technologies, such as monoclonal antibodies, recombinant decoy receptors, tissue-specific gene silencing with small interfering RNAs and gene editing with CRISPR-Cas9, might enable more efficient therapeutic targeting of WNT signalling in the cardiovascular system. In this Review, we summarize the components of non-canonical WNT signalling, their links with the main mechanisms of atherosclerosis, heart failure and arrhythmias, and the rationale for targeting individual components of non-canonical WNT signalling for the treatment of cardiovascular disease.
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- Ioannis Akoumianakis
- Division of Cardiovascular Medicine, Radcliffe Department of Medicine, University of Oxford, Oxford, UK
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- Division of Cardiovascular Medicine, Radcliffe Department of Medicine, University of Oxford, Oxford, UK
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- Division of Cardiovascular Medicine, Radcliffe Department of Medicine, University of Oxford, Oxford, UK.
- Acute Vascular Imaging Centre, Radcliffe Department of Medicine, University of Oxford, Oxford, UK.
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Henein MY, Vancheri S, Longo G, Vancheri F. The Role of Inflammation in Cardiovascular Disease. Int J Mol Sci 2022; 23:12906. [PMID: 36361701 PMCID: PMC9658900 DOI: 10.3390/ijms232112906] [Citation(s) in RCA: 102] [Impact Index Per Article: 51.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/18/2022] [Revised: 10/15/2022] [Accepted: 10/24/2022] [Indexed: 07/21/2023] Open
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Atherosclerosis is a chronic inflammatory disease, in which the immune system has a prominent role in its development and progression. Inflammation-induced endothelial dysfunction results in an increased permeability to lipoproteins and their subendothelial accumulation, leukocyte recruitment, and platelets activation. Recruited monocytes differentiate into macrophages which develop pro- or anti-inflammatory properties according to their microenvironment. Atheroma progression or healing is determined by the balance between these functional phenotypes. Macrophages and smooth muscle cells secrete inflammatory cytokines including interleukins IL-1β, IL-12, and IL-6. Within the arterial wall, low-density lipoprotein cholesterol undergoes an oxidation. Additionally, triglyceride-rich lipoproteins and remnant lipoproteins exert pro-inflammatory effects. Macrophages catabolize the oxidized lipoproteins and coalesce into a lipid-rich necrotic core, encapsulated by a collagen fibrous cap, leading to the formation of fibro-atheroma. In the conditions of chronic inflammation, macrophages exert a catabolic effect on the fibrous cap, resulting in a thin-cap fibro-atheroma which makes the plaque vulnerable. However, their morphology may change over time, shifting from high-risk lesions to more stable calcified plaques. In addition to conventional cardiovascular risk factors, an exposure to acute and chronic psychological stress may increase the risk of cardiovascular disease through inflammation mediated by an increased sympathetic output which results in the release of inflammatory cytokines. Inflammation is also the link between ageing and cardiovascular disease through increased clones of leukocytes in peripheral blood. Anti-inflammatory interventions specifically blocking the cytokine pathways reduce the risk of myocardial infarction and stroke, although they increase the risk of infections.
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- Michael Y. Henein
- Institute of Public Health and Clinical Medicine, Umea University, 90187 Umea, Sweden
- Institute of Environment & Health and Societies, Brunel University, Middlesex SW17 0RE, UK
- Molecular and Clinical Sciences Research Institute, St. George’s University, London UB8 3PH, UK
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- Interventional Neuroradiology Department, Besançon University Hospital, 25000 Besançon, France
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- Cardiovascular and Interventional Department, S.Elia Hospital, 93100 Caltanissetta, Italy
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- Department of Internal Medicine, S.Elia Hospital, 93100 Caltanissetta, Italy
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Identifying Hub Genes and Immune Cell Infiltration for the Progression of Carotid Atherosclerotic Plaques in the Context of Predictive and Preventive Using Integrative Bioinformatics Approaches and Machine-Learning Strategies. J Immunol Res 2022; 2022:7657379. [PMID: 36304068 PMCID: PMC9596267 DOI: 10.1155/2022/7657379] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/09/2022] [Revised: 10/10/2022] [Accepted: 10/11/2022] [Indexed: 12/03/2022] Open
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Emerging evidence shows that carotid atherosclerosis is related to the activation of immune-related pathways and inflammatory cell infiltration. However, the immune-linked pathways that helped in the advancement of the carotid atherosclerotic plaque and the association of such plaques with the infiltration status of the body's immune cells still unclear. Here, the expression profiles of the genes expressed during the progression of the carotid atherosclerotic plaques were retrieved from the Gene Expression Omnibus database and 178 differentially expressed genes were examined. The Weighted Gene Coexpression Network Analysis technique identified one of the brown modules showed the greatest correlation with carotid atherosclerotic plaques. In total, 66 intersecting genes could be detected after combining the DEGs. LASSO regression analysis was subsequently performed to obtain five hub genes as potential biomarkers for carotid atherosclerotic plaques. The functional analysis emphasized the vital roles played by the inflammation- and immune system-related pathways in this disease. The immune cell infiltration results highlighted the significant correlation among the CD4+ T cells, B cells, macrophages, and CD8+ T cells. Thereafter, the gene expression levels and the diagnostic values related to every hub gene were further validated. The above results indicated that macrophages, B cells, CD4+ T cells, and CD8 + T cells were closely related to the formation of the advanced-stage carotid atherosclerotic plaques. Based on the results, it could be hypothesized that the expression of hub genes (C3AR1, SLAMF8, TMEM176A, FERMT3, and GIMAP4) assisted in the advancement of the early-stage to advanced-stage carotid atherosclerotic plaque through immune-related signaling pathways. This may help to provide novel strategies for the treatment of carotid plaque in the context of predictive, preventive, and personalized medicine.
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Zhang X, Ren Z, Jiang Z. EndMT-derived mesenchymal stem cells: a new therapeutic target to atherosclerosis treatment. Mol Cell Biochem 2022; 478:755-765. [PMID: 36083511 DOI: 10.1007/s11010-022-04544-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/22/2022] [Accepted: 08/12/2022] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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Cardiovascular diseases, such as coronary artery disease and stroke, are the main threats to human health worldwide. Atherosclerosis, a chronic inflammatory disorder, plays a role as an initiator of all of the above-mentioned diseases. Cell therapy for diseases has attracted widespread attention. Mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) are a type of stem cell that still exist in adults and have the characteristics of self-renewal ability, pluripotent differentiation potential, immunomodulation, tissue regeneration, anti-inflammation and low immunogenicity. In light of the properties of MSCs, some researchers have begun to target MSCs to create a possible way to alleviate atherosclerosis. Most of these studies are focused on MSC transplantation, injecting MSCs to modulate macrophages, the key inflammatory cell in atherosclerosis plaque. According to recent studies, researchers found that endothelial-to-mesenchymal transition (EndMT) has something to do with atherosclerosis development. A new cell type MSC might also appear during the EndMT process. In this article, we summarize the characteristics of MSCs, the latest progress of MSC research and its application prospects, and in view of the process of EndMT occurring in atherosclerosis, we propose some new ideas for the treatment of atherosclerosis by targeting MSCs.
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- Xiaofan Zhang
- Institute of Cardiovascular Disease, Key Lab for Arteriosclerology of Hunan Province, International Joint Laboratory for Arteriosclerotic Disease Research of Hunan Province, Hengyang Medical School, University of South China, Hengyang, 421001, China
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- Institute of Cardiovascular Disease, Key Lab for Arteriosclerology of Hunan Province, International Joint Laboratory for Arteriosclerotic Disease Research of Hunan Province, Hengyang Medical School, University of South China, Hengyang, 421001, China
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- Institute of Cardiovascular Disease, Key Lab for Arteriosclerology of Hunan Province, International Joint Laboratory for Arteriosclerotic Disease Research of Hunan Province, Hengyang Medical School, University of South China, Hengyang, 421001, China.
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Li S, Yi L, Wei X, Zhang J, Wang X, Jiang C, Yan Z, Song L, Yang B, Wei P, Gao X, Wang J, Zhang H, Zhang J. Soluble programmed cell death-ligand 1 as a new potential biomarker associated with acute coronary syndrome. Front Cardiovasc Med 2022; 9:971414. [PMID: 36119741 PMCID: PMC9478490 DOI: 10.3389/fcvm.2022.971414] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/17/2022] [Accepted: 08/11/2022] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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BackgroundSoluble programmed cell death-ligand 1 (sPD-L1) has been well documented to activate immunosuppression and is considered an essential predictor of negative clinical outcomes for several malignances and inflammatory conditions. However, the clinical significance of sPD-L1 in the peripheral blood of patients with coronary artery disease (CAD) remains unclear. The aim of this study was to assess the correlations of sPD-L1 with clinical features in CAD patients and evaluate the diagnostic value of this protein in CAD.MethodsA total of 111 CAD patients and 97 healthy volunteers who served as healthy controls (HCs) were consecutively enrolled. Plasma levels of sPD-L1 were measured with an amplified enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA), and hs-CRP was measured with a C-reactive protein assay kit. The levels of other inflammatory cytokines were assessed in 88 CAD patients and 47 HCs by a multiparameter immunoluminescence flow cytometry detection technique. A logistic regression model was used to assess the independent association of sPD-L1 with acute coronary syndrome (ACS). The correlation between sPD-L1 and inflammatory cytokines in ACS was also assessed.ResultsPlasma levels of sPD-L1 were significantly increased in CAD patients, especially those with ACS. Univariate logistic regression analysis revealed that sPD-L1 (OR: 3.382, 95% CI: 2.249–5.084, p < 0.001), BMI, hypertension, diabetes, dyslipidemia, previous MI, and the levels of HDL-C, LDL-C and hs-CRP were significantly associated with ACS. sPD-L1 (OR: 3.336, 95% CI: 1.084–6.167, p = 0.001) was found to be independently and significantly associated with ACS in the subsequent multivariable logistic regression analysis. Additionally, elevated plasma sPD-L1 levels were associated with increased interleukin-6 and interleukin-8 levels in ACS patients. Receiver operating characteristic (ROC) analysis showed that the AUC of sPD-L1 for diagnosing ACS was 0.778, with a sensitivity of 73.9% and a specificity of 73.4%, which was comparable with that of the inflammatory biomarker hs-CRP.ConclusionThe plasma sPD-L1 level reflects the severity of CAD, is associated with inflammatory responses and is a potential new biomarker for the diagnosis of ACS.
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- Shuping Li
- Beijing Tuberculosis and Thoracic Tumor Research Institute, Beijing Chest Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
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- Department of Central Laboratory, Beijing Chest Hospital, Capital Medical University/Beijing Tuberculosis and Thoracic Tumor Research Institute, Beijing, China
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- Department of Cardiology, The Affiliated Hospital of Jining Medical University, Jining, China
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- Department of Cardiology, The Affiliated Hospital of Jining Medical University, Jining, China
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- Department of Central Laboratory, Beijing Chest Hospital, Capital Medical University/Beijing Tuberculosis and Thoracic Tumor Research Institute, Beijing, China
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- Department of Central Laboratory, Beijing Chest Hospital, Capital Medical University/Beijing Tuberculosis and Thoracic Tumor Research Institute, Beijing, China
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- Department of Central Laboratory, Beijing Chest Hospital, Capital Medical University/Beijing Tuberculosis and Thoracic Tumor Research Institute, Beijing, China
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- Tumor Research Center, Beijing Chest Hospital, Capital Medical University/Beijing Tuberculosis and Thoracic Tumor Research Institute, Beijing, China
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- Department of Central Laboratory, Beijing Chest Hospital, Capital Medical University/Beijing Tuberculosis and Thoracic Tumor Research Institute, Beijing, China
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- Department of Central Laboratory, Beijing Chest Hospital, Capital Medical University/Beijing Tuberculosis and Thoracic Tumor Research Institute, Beijing, China
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- Department of Central Laboratory, Beijing Chest Hospital, Capital Medical University/Beijing Tuberculosis and Thoracic Tumor Research Institute, Beijing, China
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- Department of Medical Oncology, Beijing Chest Hospital, Capital Medical University/Beijing Tuberculosis and Thoracic Tumor Research Institute, Beijing, China
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- Department of Central Laboratory, Beijing Chest Hospital, Capital Medical University/Beijing Tuberculosis and Thoracic Tumor Research Institute, Beijing, China
- *Correspondence: Hongtao Zhang,
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- Beijing Tuberculosis and Thoracic Tumor Research Institute, Beijing Chest Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
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