1
|
Almheiri S, Ahmad AA, Le Droumaguet B, Pires R, Chehimi MM, Mohamed AA. Spontaneous redox route for gold‐aryl film development of latent fingerprints on nickel coins. SURF INTERFACE ANAL 2021. [DOI: 10.1002/sia.6941] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/16/2023]
Affiliation(s)
- Saeed Almheiri
- Center for Advanced Materials Research, Research Institute of Sciences and Engineering University of Sharjah Sharjah UAE
- Univ Paris Est Créteil, CNRS, UMR 7182, UPEC, F‐94320 Thiais France
| | | | | | - Rémy Pires
- Univ Paris Est Créteil, CNRS, UMR 7182, UPEC, F‐94320 Thiais France
| | | | - Ahmed A. Mohamed
- Center for Advanced Materials Research, Research Institute of Sciences and Engineering University of Sharjah Sharjah UAE
| |
Collapse
|
2
|
Iyappan M, Dhineshkumar E, Anbuselvan C. Schiff base of 4E,10E-4-(2-(4-nitrophenyl)-N-((1H-indol-3-yl)methylene) benzenamine-based “turn-on” fluorescence chemosensor for highly selective detection of Ni2+, Fe3+, and Mg2+ ions. CHEMICAL PAPERS 2020. [DOI: 10.1007/s11696-020-01236-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/24/2022]
|
3
|
Nickel induces inflammatory activation via NF-κB, MAPKs, IRF3 and NLRP3 inflammasome signaling pathways in macrophages. Aging (Albany NY) 2019; 11:11659-11672. [PMID: 31822637 PMCID: PMC6932914 DOI: 10.18632/aging.102570] [Citation(s) in RCA: 31] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/11/2019] [Accepted: 11/23/2019] [Indexed: 01/17/2023]
Abstract
Nickel (Ni), an environmental hazard, widely causes allergic contact hypersensitivity worldwide. Despite that Ni-stimulated pro-inflammatory response is vital in allergy, the underlying molecular mechanisms remain largely unclear. Here, we demonstrated that NiCl2 activated nuclear factor kappa B (NF-κB), mitogen-activated protein kinases (MAPKs) and interferon regulatory factor 3 (IRF3) signaling pathways in primary bone marrow-derived macrophages (BMDMs), leading to the altered transcription levels of interleukin-1β (IL-1β), -6, -8, -18, tumor necrosis factor-α (TNF-α) and interferon β (INF-β). We also found that nickel chloride (NiCl2) activated Nod-like receptor 3 (NLRP3) inflammasome pathway, resulting in the proteolytic cleavage and release of IL-1β. NiCl2 induced the accumulation of mitochondrial reactive oxygen species (mtROS) and the release of mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA), thus activating NLRP3 inflammasome pathway. Additionally, NiCl2-induced apoptosis was dependent on the generation of mtROS, and caspase-1 activation might also partly contribute to the apoptotic process. Altogether, abovementioned results indicate that NiCl2 induces inflammatory activation in BMDMs via NF-κB, MAPKs, IRF3 signaling pathways as well as NLRP3 inflammasome pathway, which provides a mechanism to improve the efficiency of treatment against Ni-induced allergic reactions.
Collapse
|
4
|
Wang X, Herting G, Wei Z, Odnevall Wallinder I, Hedberg Y. Bioaccessibility of nickel and cobalt in powders and massive forms of stainless steel, nickel- or cobalt-based alloys, and nickel and cobalt metals in artificial sweat. Regul Toxicol Pharmacol 2019; 106:15-26. [DOI: 10.1016/j.yrtph.2019.04.017] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/24/2018] [Revised: 04/19/2019] [Accepted: 04/21/2019] [Indexed: 01/29/2023]
|
5
|
Ahlström MG, Thyssen JP, Wennervaldt M, Menné T, Johansen JD. Nickel allergy and allergic contact dermatitis: A clinical review of immunology, epidemiology, exposure, and treatment. Contact Dermatitis 2019; 81:227-241. [DOI: 10.1111/cod.13327] [Citation(s) in RCA: 115] [Impact Index Per Article: 23.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/27/2019] [Revised: 05/23/2019] [Accepted: 05/24/2019] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
Affiliation(s)
- Malin G. Ahlström
- National Allergy Research Centre, Department of Dermatology and Allergy, Herlev and Gentofte HospitalUniversity of Copenhagen Hellerup Denmark
| | - Jacob P. Thyssen
- National Allergy Research Centre, Department of Dermatology and Allergy, Herlev and Gentofte HospitalUniversity of Copenhagen Hellerup Denmark
- Department of Dermatology and Allergy, Herlev and Gentofte HospitalUniversity of Copenhagen Hellerup Denmark
| | - Michael Wennervaldt
- National Allergy Research Centre, Department of Dermatology and Allergy, Herlev and Gentofte HospitalUniversity of Copenhagen Hellerup Denmark
| | - Torkil Menné
- National Allergy Research Centre, Department of Dermatology and Allergy, Herlev and Gentofte HospitalUniversity of Copenhagen Hellerup Denmark
| | - Jeanne D. Johansen
- National Allergy Research Centre, Department of Dermatology and Allergy, Herlev and Gentofte HospitalUniversity of Copenhagen Hellerup Denmark
| |
Collapse
|
6
|
Nixon R, Higgins C, Heim K. Response to: Letter to the editor. Contact Dermatitis 2019; 80:261-262. [PMID: 30883814 DOI: 10.1111/cod.13223] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/01/2022]
Affiliation(s)
- Rosemary Nixon
- Occupational Dermatology Research and Education Centre, Skin and Cancer Foundation Inc., Carlton, Victoria, Australia
| | - Claire Higgins
- Occupational Dermatology Research and Education Centre, Skin and Cancer Foundation Inc., Carlton, Victoria, Australia
| | | |
Collapse
|
7
|
Ahlström MG, Thyssen JP, Menné T, Lidén C. Short contact with nickel is not harmless. Contact Dermatitis 2018; 80:259-260. [PMID: 30450743 DOI: 10.1111/cod.13159] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/03/2018] [Accepted: 10/06/2018] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
Affiliation(s)
- Malin Glindvad Ahlström
- National Allergy Research Centre, Department of Dermatology and Allergy, Herlev and Gentofte Hospital, University of Copenhagen, Hellerup, Denmark
| | - Jacob Pontoppidan Thyssen
- Department of Dermatology and Allergy, Herlev and Gentofte Hospital, University of Copenhagen, Hellerup, Denmark
| | - Torkil Menné
- National Allergy Research Centre, Department of Dermatology and Allergy, Herlev and Gentofte Hospital, University of Copenhagen, Hellerup, Denmark
| | - Carola Lidén
- Unit of Work Environment Toxicology, Institute of Environmental Medicine, Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden
| |
Collapse
|
8
|
Ahlström MG, Midander K, Menné T, Lidén C, Johansen JD, Julander A, Thyssen JP. Nickel deposition and penetration into the stratum corneum after short metallic nickel contact: An experimental study. Contact Dermatitis 2018; 80:86-93. [DOI: 10.1111/cod.13136] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/31/2018] [Revised: 08/30/2018] [Accepted: 09/03/2018] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
Affiliation(s)
- Malin G. Ahlström
- National Allergy Research Centre, Department of Dermatology and Allergy; Herlev and Gentofte Hospital, University of Copenhagen; Hellerup Denmark
| | - Klara Midander
- Unit of Work Environment Toxicology; Institute of Environmental Medicine, Karolinska Institutet; Stockholm Sweden
| | - Torkil Menné
- National Allergy Research Centre, Department of Dermatology and Allergy; Herlev and Gentofte Hospital, University of Copenhagen; Hellerup Denmark
| | - Carola Lidén
- Unit of Work Environment Toxicology; Institute of Environmental Medicine, Karolinska Institutet; Stockholm Sweden
| | - Jeanne D. Johansen
- National Allergy Research Centre, Department of Dermatology and Allergy; Herlev and Gentofte Hospital, University of Copenhagen; Hellerup Denmark
| | - Anneli Julander
- Unit of Work Environment Toxicology; Institute of Environmental Medicine, Karolinska Institutet; Stockholm Sweden
| | - Jacob P. Thyssen
- National Allergy Research Centre, Department of Dermatology and Allergy; Herlev and Gentofte Hospital, University of Copenhagen; Hellerup Denmark
- Department of Dermatology and Allergy; Herlev and Gentofte Hospital, University of Copenhagen; Hellerup Denmark
| |
Collapse
|
9
|
Nixon RL, Higgins CL, Maor D, Rajgopal Bala H, Lalji A, Heim KE. Does clinical testing support the current guidance definition of prolonged contact for nickel allergy? Contact Dermatitis 2018; 79:356-364. [PMID: 30216527 PMCID: PMC6749565 DOI: 10.1111/cod.13095] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/04/2017] [Revised: 06/20/2018] [Accepted: 07/10/2018] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
Abstract
Background The European Chemical Agency (ECHA) definition of prolonged contact was introduced in 2014 and has not been evaluated clinically. Objectives To assess whether nickel‐sensitized individuals react on patch testing with high nickel‐releasing metal discs for short and repetitive periods. Materials and methods We patch tested 45 nickel‐sensitized individuals double‐blind with 2 different types of high nickel‐releasing discs for 10, 30 and 60 minutes on 3 occasions over a period of 2 weeks, and for 1 longer period. Discs were tested for nickel release. Results Nickel release from both discs significantly exceeded the 0.5 μg Ni/cm2/week limit of the EU REACH nickel restriction. However, only 1 individual tested had a largely dose‐dependent allergic reaction. Conclusions The majority of nickel‐allergic subjects did not react to nickel discs after 2 hours or after repetitive exposures of up to 30 minutes on 3 occasions over a period of 2 weeks. The length of time needed to cause nickel allergic contact dermatitis in most nickel‐allergic individuals is longer than the ECHA guidance definition. Longer test times are needed to define the time required to cause dermatitis in most nickel‐allergic individuals. As a limitation, the test conditions did not adequately assess real‐life factors such as friction, which is relevant for some uses of nickel.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Rosemary L Nixon
- Occupational Dermatology Research and Education Centre, Skin and Cancer Foundation Inc., Carlton, Victoria, Australia
| | - Claire L Higgins
- Occupational Dermatology Research and Education Centre, Skin and Cancer Foundation Inc., Carlton, Victoria, Australia
| | - Danit Maor
- Occupational Dermatology Research and Education Centre, Skin and Cancer Foundation Inc., Carlton, Victoria, Australia
| | - Harini Rajgopal Bala
- Occupational Dermatology Research and Education Centre, Skin and Cancer Foundation Inc., Carlton, Victoria, Australia
| | - Alka Lalji
- Occupational Dermatology Research and Education Centre, Skin and Cancer Foundation Inc., Carlton, Victoria, Australia
| | | |
Collapse
|
10
|
Selective colorimetric sensing of nickel (II) ions using 2-hydroxy-5-nitrobenzaldehyde-4-hydroxybenzoylhydrazone ligand: Spectroscopic and DFT insights. J Mol Liq 2018. [DOI: 10.1016/j.molliq.2018.05.037] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
|
11
|
The role of nickel allergy in hand dermatitis and its impact on handling cupronickel currency coins. A comparative cohort study from Kuwait. Postepy Dermatol Alergol 2017; 34:313-321. [PMID: 28951705 PMCID: PMC5560178 DOI: 10.5114/ada.2017.69309] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/04/2016] [Accepted: 05/15/2016] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
Abstract
INTRODUCTION Contact with nickel-releasing coins as a cause of hand dermatitis has been debated. AIM Studying a hand dermatitis risk from handling Kuwaiti cupronickel coins among nickel-allergic and nickel non-allergic subjects. MATERIAL AND METHODS One hundred hand dermatitis patients (group I: nickel-allergic) and 100 matched patients (group II: nickel non-allergic) were selected from over 500 hand dermatitis cases seen between September 2014 and September 2015. Nickel released from Kuwaiti cupronickel coins immersed in a standardized artificial sweat solution was measured at 1, 24, 48, 144 and 168 h at room temperature. Subjects in both groups were exposed to nickel releasing coins. The process was repeated after 3 months using nickel coated coins as controls. RESULTS Nickel released from 20, 50 and 100 fils Kuwaiti cupronickel coins at 1 week was 28.64, 32.76, 35.76 μg/cm2/week, respectively. Ninety-one patients (29 males, 62 females) in group I and 87 patients (38 males, 49 females) in group II completed the study. 47.3% in group I vs. 13.8% in group II developed dermatitis on exposure to nickel releasing coins. Nickel coated coins resulted in dermatitis in 8.8% of group I vs. 5.7% in group II. CONCLUSIONS Nickel is released significantly from cupronickel Kuwaiti coins. Handling of coins caused dermatitis more often in patients with nickel-allergy compared to nickel non-allergic patients.
Collapse
|
12
|
Erfani B, Midander K, Lidén C, Julander A. Development, validation and testing of a skin sampling method for assessment of metal exposure. Contact Dermatitis 2017; 77:17-24. [DOI: 10.1111/cod.12781] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/22/2016] [Revised: 01/16/2017] [Accepted: 01/17/2017] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
Affiliation(s)
- Behnaz Erfani
- Institute of Environmental Medicine; Karolinska Institutet; 171 77 Stockholm Sweden
| | - Klara Midander
- Institute of Environmental Medicine; Karolinska Institutet; 171 77 Stockholm Sweden
| | - Carola Lidén
- Institute of Environmental Medicine; Karolinska Institutet; 171 77 Stockholm Sweden
| | - Anneli Julander
- Institute of Environmental Medicine; Karolinska Institutet; 171 77 Stockholm Sweden
| |
Collapse
|
13
|
Han D, Yang Y, Zhang L, Wang C, Wang Y, Tan WQ, Hu XY, Wu YH. Nickel-smelting fumes increased the expression of HIF-1α through PI3K/ERK pathway in NIH/3T3 cells. J Occup Health 2016; 58:413-424. [PMID: 27488040 PMCID: PMC5356975 DOI: 10.1539/joh.15-0287-oa] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/30/2015] [Accepted: 05/16/2016] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
Abstract
OBJECTIVE The purpose of this study was to investigate the effects of Nickel (Ni) -smelting fumes on oncogenic proteins in vivo and in vitro. METHODS Ni fallout beside a Ni smelting furnace in a factory was sampled to study its toxic effect. The effects of Ni-smelting fumes on the regulation of PI3K and ERK signaling pathways and the important downstream hypoxia inducible factor, HIF-1α, were studied both in NIH/3T3 cells and in the lung tissue of rats. NIH/3T3 cell transformation induced by Ni-smelting fumes was also observed. RESULTS Ni-smelting fumes activated PI3K, p-AKT, p70S6K1, and ERK proteins and increased HIF-1α expression in a time- and dose-dependent manner. However, activation was suppressed when NIH/3T3 cells were pretreated with PI3K/AKT or ERK inhibitors. Ni-smelting fumes caused malignant transformation of NIH/3T3 cells. CONCLUSIONS Ni-smelting fumes increased the expression of HIF-1α through the PI3K/ERK pathway in NIH/3T3 cells and induced malignant transformation in these cells indicating that Ni-smelting fumes may be a potential carcinogen in mammalian cells.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Dan Han
- Department of Occupational Health, Public Health College, Harbin Medical University
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Collapse
|
14
|
Latvala S, Hedberg J, Di Bucchianico S, Möller L, Odnevall Wallinder I, Elihn K, Karlsson HL. Nickel Release, ROS Generation and Toxicity of Ni and NiO Micro- and Nanoparticles. PLoS One 2016; 11:e0159684. [PMID: 27434640 PMCID: PMC4951072 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0159684] [Citation(s) in RCA: 91] [Impact Index Per Article: 11.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/07/2016] [Accepted: 07/05/2016] [Indexed: 02/04/2023] Open
Abstract
Occupational exposure to airborne nickel is associated with an elevated risk for respiratory tract diseases including lung cancer. Therefore, the increased production of Ni-containing nanoparticles necessitates a thorough assessment of their physical, chemical, as well as toxicological properties. The aim of this study was to investigate and compare the characteristics of nickel metal (Ni) and nickel oxide (NiO) particles with a focus on Ni release, reactive oxygen species (ROS) generation, cellular uptake, cytotoxicity and genotoxicity. Four Ni-containing particles of both nano-size (Ni-n and NiO-n) and micron-size (Ni-m1 and Ni-m2) were tested. The released amount of Ni in solution was notably higher in artificial lysosomal fluid (e.g. 80–100 wt% for metallic Ni) than in cell medium after 24h (ca. 1–3 wt% for all particles). Each of the particles was taken up by the cells within 4 h and they remained in the cells to a high extent after 24 h post-incubation. Thus, the high dissolution in ALF appeared not to reflect the particle dissolution in the cells. Ni-m1 showed the most pronounced effect on cell viability after 48 h (alamar blue assay) whereas all particles showed increased cytotoxicity in the highest doses (20–40 μg cm2) when assessed by colony forming efficiency (CFE). Interestingly an increased CFE, suggesting higher proliferation, was observed for all particles in low doses (0.1 or 1 μg cm-2). Ni-m1 and NiO-n were the most potent in causing acellular ROS and DNA damage. However, no intracellular ROS was detected for any of the particles. Taken together, micron-sized Ni (Ni-m1) was more reactive and toxic compared to the nano-sized Ni. Furthermore, this study underlines that the low dose effect in terms of increased proliferation observed for all particles should be further investigated in future studies.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Siiri Latvala
- Department of Environmental Science and Analytical Chemistry, Stockholm University, Stockholm, Sweden
- * E-mail:
| | - Jonas Hedberg
- KTH Royal Institute of Technology, Division of Surface and Corrosion Science, School of Chemical Science and Engineering, Stockholm, Sweden
| | - Sebastiano Di Bucchianico
- Unit of Biochemical Toxicology, Institute of Environmental Medicine, Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden
| | - Lennart Möller
- Analytical Toxicology, Department of Biosciences and Nutrition, Karolinska Institutet, Huddinge, Sweden
| | - Inger Odnevall Wallinder
- KTH Royal Institute of Technology, Division of Surface and Corrosion Science, School of Chemical Science and Engineering, Stockholm, Sweden
| | - Karine Elihn
- Department of Environmental Science and Analytical Chemistry, Stockholm University, Stockholm, Sweden
| | - Hanna L. Karlsson
- Unit of Biochemical Toxicology, Institute of Environmental Medicine, Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden
| |
Collapse
|
15
|
Bregnbak D, Thyssen JP, Jellesen MS, Zachariae C, Johansen JD. Experimental skin deposition of chromium on the hands following handling of samples of leather and metal. Contact Dermatitis 2016; 75:89-95. [DOI: 10.1111/cod.12605] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/28/2015] [Revised: 03/14/2016] [Accepted: 03/29/2016] [Indexed: 12/30/2022]
Affiliation(s)
- David Bregnbak
- Department of Dermato-Allergology, National Allergy Research Centre; Copenhagen University Hospital Gentofte; Hellerup 2900 Denmark
| | - Jacob P. Thyssen
- Department of Dermato-Allergology, National Allergy Research Centre; Copenhagen University Hospital Gentofte; Hellerup 2900 Denmark
| | - Morten S. Jellesen
- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Materials and Surface Engineering; Technical University of Denmark; Lyngby 2800 Denmark
| | - Claus Zachariae
- Department of Dermato-Allergology; Gentofte University Hospital; Hellerup 2900 Denmark
| | - Jeanne D. Johansen
- Department of Dermato-Allergology, National Allergy Research Centre; Copenhagen University Hospital Gentofte; Hellerup 2900 Denmark
| |
Collapse
|
16
|
Metal release from stainless steel in biological environments: A review. Biointerphases 2016; 11:018901. [DOI: 10.1116/1.4934628] [Citation(s) in RCA: 77] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
|
17
|
Lin CH, Chung CA, Wong JH, Chen BK, Chiu SJ, Klahan S, Lee YC, Chang WC. Involvement of L-type Ca²⁺ channel and toll-like receptor-4 in nickel-induced interleukin-8 gene expression. ENVIRONMENTAL TOXICOLOGY 2016; 31:5-12. [PMID: 25045119 DOI: 10.1002/tox.22016] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/27/2014] [Revised: 06/10/2014] [Accepted: 06/15/2014] [Indexed: 06/03/2023]
Abstract
The metal nickel (Ni(2+)) is found everywhere in our daily lives, including coins, costume jewelry, and even nuts and chocolates. Nickel poisoning can cause inflammatory reactions, respiratory diseases, and allergic contact dermatitis. To clarify the mechanism by which nickel induces mediators of inflammation, we used the human acute monocytic leukemia THP-1 cell line as a model. Interleukin (IL)-8 promoter activity as well as gene expression were tested by luciferase assay and real-time polymerase chain reaction. The underlying mechanisms of nickel-induced IL-8 were investigated. We found that nickel induced IL-8 gene expression via the L-type Ca(2+) channel, Toll-like receptor-4 (TRL-4) and nuclear factor NF-κB signal transduction pathways. Nickel activated NF-κB expression through extracellular signal-regulated kinase 1/2 phosphorylation and then increased IL-8 expression. Thus, the L-type Ca(2+) channel and TRL-4 play important roles in nickel-induced inflammatory gene expressions.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Chia-Hsien Lin
- Department of Health Industry Management, School of Health Care Management, Kainan University, Taoyuan, Taiwan
| | - Chih-Ang Chung
- Department of Biochemistry, College of Medicine, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
- Department of Clinical Pharmacy, School of Pharmacy, Taipei Medical University, Taipei, Taiwan
| | - Jhen-Hong Wong
- Department of Biochemistry, College of Medicine, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
| | - Ben-Kuen Chen
- Institute of Bioinformatics and Biosignal Transduction, College of Bioscience and Biotechnology, National Cheng Kung University, Tainan, 701, Taiwan
| | - Siou-Jin Chiu
- Department of Clinical Pharmacy, School of Pharmacy, Taipei Medical University, Taipei, Taiwan
| | - Sukhontip Klahan
- Department of Clinical Pharmacy, School of Pharmacy, Taipei Medical University, Taipei, Taiwan
| | - Yi-Chao Lee
- Ph.D. Program for Neural Regenerative Medicine, College of Medical Science and Technology, Center for Neurotrauma and Neuroregeneration, Taipei Medical University, Taipei, Taiwan
| | - Wei-Chiao Chang
- Department of Clinical Pharmacy, School of Pharmacy, Taipei Medical University, Taipei, Taiwan
- Department of Pharmacy, Taipei Medical University-Wan Fang Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan
- Master Program for Clinical Pharmacogenomics and Pharmacoproteomics, School of Pharmacy, Taipei Medical University, Taipei, Taiwan
- Cancer Center, Kaohsiung Medical University Hospital, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
- Graduate Institute of Clinical Medicine, College of Medicine, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
| |
Collapse
|
18
|
Cotton CH, Admani SE, Jacob SE, Krakowski AC. "Mint" Condition: Contact Dermatitis in an Adolescent Numismatist. Pediatr Dermatol 2016; 33:80-3. [PMID: 26758091 DOI: 10.1111/pde.12715] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/26/2022]
Abstract
Allergic contact dermatitis (ACD) is common in children and adolescents. A history of persistent rash despite appropriate treatment should raise suspicion of ACD. We present the case of a 16-year-old boy with chronic dermatitis suspected of being a possible nickel allergy. He and his mother denied known common exposures. Patch testing confirmed allergies to multiple metals and several preservatives. A detailed social history revealed that the patient was an avid coin collector. Information about hobbies and activities should be elicited in any patient in whom ACD is suspected to determine exposures they may not initially have considered relevant. This case highlights the importance of pre- and posttest counseling and exposure history.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Colleen H Cotton
- Division of Dermatology, College of Medicine, University of Arizona, Tucson, Arizona
| | - Shehla E Admani
- Department of Dermatology, University of California at San Diego, San Diego, California
| | - Sharon E Jacob
- Department of Dermatology, Loma Linda University, Loma Linda, California
| | - Andrew C Krakowski
- Division of Dermatology, College of Medicine, University of Arizona, Tucson, Arizona
- Division of Dermatology, Department of Pediatrics, Rady Children's Hospital, San Diego, California
| |
Collapse
|
19
|
Kickinger-Lörsch A, Bruckner T, Mahler V. Nickel and cobalt release from metal alloys of tools - a current analysis in Germany. Contact Dermatitis 2015; 73:289-95. [DOI: 10.1111/cod.12462] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/11/2015] [Revised: 07/07/2015] [Accepted: 07/08/2015] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
Affiliation(s)
- Anja Kickinger-Lörsch
- Department of Dermatology; University Hospital Erlangen, Friedrich-Alexander University Erlangen-Nuremberg; D-91054 Erlangen Germany
- Occupational Medicine and Health Protection; Freudenberg Service KG; D-69469 Weinheim Germany
| | - Thomas Bruckner
- Institute of Medical Biometry and Informatics, University Hospital Heidelberg; D-69120 Heidelberg Germany
| | - Vera Mahler
- Department of Dermatology; University Hospital Erlangen, Friedrich-Alexander University Erlangen-Nuremberg; D-91054 Erlangen Germany
| |
Collapse
|
20
|
Bregnbak D, Johansen JD, Jellesen MS, Zachariae C, Menné T, Thyssen JP. Chromium allergy and dermatitis: prevalence and main findings. Contact Dermatitis 2015; 73:261-80. [DOI: 10.1111/cod.12436] [Citation(s) in RCA: 74] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/26/2015] [Revised: 05/12/2015] [Accepted: 05/12/2015] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
Affiliation(s)
- David Bregnbak
- Department of Dermato-Allergology; National Allergy Research Centre, Copenhagen University Hospital Gentofte; Hellerup 2900 Denmark
| | - Jeanne D. Johansen
- Department of Dermato-Allergology; National Allergy Research Centre, Copenhagen University Hospital Gentofte; Hellerup 2900 Denmark
| | - Morten S. Jellesen
- Materials and Surface Engineering, Department of Mechanical Engineering; Technical University of Denmark; DK-2800 Lyngby Denmark
| | - Claus Zachariae
- Department of Dermato-Allergology; Gentofte University Hospital; Hellerup 2900 Denmark
| | - Torkil Menné
- Department of Dermato-Allergology; National Allergy Research Centre, Copenhagen University Hospital Gentofte; Hellerup 2900 Denmark
| | - Jacob P. Thyssen
- Department of Dermato-Allergology; National Allergy Research Centre, Copenhagen University Hospital Gentofte; Hellerup 2900 Denmark
| |
Collapse
|
21
|
Erfani B, Lidén C, Midander K. Short and frequent skin contact with nickel. Contact Dermatitis 2015; 73:222-30. [DOI: 10.1111/cod.12426] [Citation(s) in RCA: 42] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/06/2015] [Revised: 04/23/2015] [Accepted: 04/27/2015] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
Affiliation(s)
- Behnaz Erfani
- Institute of Environmental Medicine; Karolinska Institutet; SE 171 77 Stockholm Sweden
| | - Carola Lidén
- Institute of Environmental Medicine; Karolinska Institutet; SE 171 77 Stockholm Sweden
| | - Klara Midander
- Institute of Environmental Medicine; Karolinska Institutet; SE 171 77 Stockholm Sweden
| |
Collapse
|
22
|
Abstract
Exposure to nickel (Ni(2+)) can trigger allergic reactions in susceptible individuals, which is widely accepted as the major cause of allergic contact hypersensitivity (CHS) worldwide. Although Ni(2+)-induced proinflammatory responses clearly play a pivotal role in CHS, the underlying molecular mechanism has not been fully defined. Here we report that Ni(2+) activates the NLRP3-ASC-caspase-1 immune signaling pathway in antigen-presenting cells, leading to the proteolytic processing and secretion of a proinflammatory cytokine, interleukin-1β (IL-1β). The activation of this signaling axis is independent of phagolysosome-cathepsin B pathway. Instead, Ni(2+) induces mitochondrial reactive oxygen species accumulation and cation fluxes, both of which are required for activating the NLRP3-ASC-caspase-1 pathway. Together, these results identified a novel innate immune signaling pathway (NLRP3-ASC-caspase-1-IL-1β) activated by Ni(2+) and provided a mechanistic basis for optimizing the therapeutic intervention against Ni(2+)-induced allergy in patients.
Collapse
|
23
|
Bando K, Takahashi H, Kinbara M, Tanaka Y, Kuroishi T, Sasaki K, Takano-Yamamoto T, Sugawara S, Endo Y. Resin monomers act as adjuvants in Ni-induced allergic dermatitis in vivo. J Dent Res 2014; 93:1101-7. [PMID: 25252875 DOI: 10.1177/0022034514552674] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/27/2023] Open
Abstract
Resin monomers (RMs) are inflammatory agents and are thought to cause allergic contact dermatitis (ACD). However, mouse models are lacking, possibly because of the weak antigenicities of RMs. We previously reported that inflammatory substances can promote the allergic dermatitis (AD) induced by intradermally injected nickel (Ni-AD) in mice. Here, we examined the effects of RMs on Ni-AD. To sensitize mice to Ni, a mixture containing non-toxic concentrations of NiCl2 and an RM [either methyl methacrylate (MMA) or 2-hydroxyethyl methacrylate (HEMA)] was injected intraperitoneally or into ear-pinnae intradermally. Ten days later, a mixture containing various concentrations of NiCl2 and/or an RM was intradermally injected into ear-pinnae, and ear-swelling was measured. In adoptive transfer experiments, spleen cells from sensitized mice were transferred intravenously into non-sensitized recipients, and 24 h later NiCl2 was challenged to ear-pinnae. Whether injected intraperitoneally or intradermally, RM plus NiCl2 mixtures were effective in sensitizing mice to Ni. AD-inducing Ni concentrations were greatly reduced in the presence of MMA or HEMA (at the sensitization step from 10 mM to 5 or 50 µM, respectively, and at the elicitation step from 10 µM to 10 or 100 nM, respectively). These effects of RMs were weaker in IL-1-knockout mice and in macrophage-depleted mice. Cell-transfer experiments in IL-1-knockout mice indicated that both the sensitization and elicitation steps depended on IL-1. Challenge with an RM alone did not induce allergic ear-swelling in mice given the same RM + NiCl2 10 days before the challenge. These results suggest that RMs act as adjuvants, not as antigens, to promote Ni-AD by reducing the AD-inducing concentration of Ni, and that IL-1 and macrophages are critically important for the adjuvant effects. We speculate that what were previously thought of as "RM-ACD" might include ACD caused by antigens other than RMs that have undergone promotion by the adjuvant effects of RMs.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- K Bando
- Division of Molecular Regulation Division of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics
| | - H Takahashi
- Division of Molecular Regulation Division of Advanced Prosthetic Dentistry, Tohoku University Graduate School of Dentistry, 4-1 Seiryo-machi, Sendai 980-8575, Japan
| | - M Kinbara
- Division of Molecular Regulation Division of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics
| | - Y Tanaka
- Division of Molecular Regulation
| | | | - K Sasaki
- Division of Advanced Prosthetic Dentistry, Tohoku University Graduate School of Dentistry, 4-1 Seiryo-machi, Sendai 980-8575, Japan
| | | | | | - Y Endo
- Division of Molecular Regulation
| |
Collapse
|
24
|
Midander K, Kettelarij J, Julander A, Lidén C. Nickel release from white gold. Contact Dermatitis 2014; 71:109-11. [DOI: 10.1111/cod.12250] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/23/2014] [Accepted: 03/26/2014] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
Affiliation(s)
- Klara Midander
- Institute of Environmental Medicine, Karolinska Institutet; 171 77 Stockholm Sweden
| | - Jolinde Kettelarij
- Institute of Environmental Medicine, Karolinska Institutet; 171 77 Stockholm Sweden
| | - Anneli Julander
- Institute of Environmental Medicine, Karolinska Institutet; 171 77 Stockholm Sweden
| | - Carola Lidén
- Institute of Environmental Medicine, Karolinska Institutet; 171 77 Stockholm Sweden
| |
Collapse
|
25
|
Midander K, Julander A, Skare L, Lidén C. Cobalt skin dose resulting from short and repetitive contact with hard metals. Contact Dermatitis 2014; 70:361-8. [PMID: 24617983 DOI: 10.1111/cod.12198] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/20/2013] [Revised: 11/29/2013] [Accepted: 12/11/2013] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
Abstract
BACKGROUND Many daily contacts with metallic items are short and repetitive, and result in metal release; material, sweat, friction and wear may all be important. OBJECTIVES To study cobalt release and skin deposition as a result of many short and repetitive contacts with two cobalt-containing materials. MATERIALS/METHODS Study participants (n = 5) handled two types of hard metal disc (Co 6% and Co 15% Cr 0.6%) for 30 min. Deposited cobalt skin doses were measured with acid wipe sampling and chemical analysis. Cobalt release from the hard metal discs in artificial sweat was measured under conditions simulating those present during the handling of discs. RESULTS Average cobalt skin doses from discs containing 6% Co and 15% Co 0.6% Cr were 1.1 µg/cm(2) [standard deviation (SD) 0.4 µg/cm(2) ] and 0.7 µg/cm(2) (SD 0.5 µg/cm(2) ), respectively. More cobalt was released from hard metal discs containing 6% Co [11.4 µg/cm(2) (SD 1.2 µg/cm(2) )] than from discs containing 15% Co 0.6% Cr [4.8 µg/cm(2) (SD 0.6 µg/cm(2) )]. 10% to 15% of the potentially available cobalt was deposited on the skin during handling. CONCLUSIONS It is likely that the cobalt deposited as a result of short and repetitive contact with hard metals may cause harm. Research regarding cobalt exposure, metal release and the deposition of skin-sensitizing metals resulting from short and repetitive contact is needed for a better understanding of the allergy risk.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Klara Midander
- Institute of Environmental Medicine, Karolinska Institutet, SE 171 77, Stockholm, Sweden
| | | | | | | |
Collapse
|
26
|
Julander A, Midander K, Herting G, Thyssen JP, White IR, Odnevall Wallinder I, Lidén C. New UK nickel-plated steel coins constitute an increased allergy and eczema risk. Contact Dermatitis 2014; 68:323-30. [PMID: 23692032 DOI: 10.1111/cod.12092] [Citation(s) in RCA: 34] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/08/2013] [Revised: 03/19/2013] [Accepted: 03/25/2013] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
Abstract
BACKGROUND Nickel-plated steel coins have recently been introduced in the United Kingdom. OBJECTIVES To compare the performance and allergy risk of the new nickel-plated coins (five and ten pence) with those of the cupro-nickel coins being replaced. MATERIALS AND METHODS Coin handling studies with assessment of skin exposure and metal release in artificial sweat were performed. Six volunteers participated. RESULTS The amount of nickel deposited onto skin during the handling of nickel-plated coins for 1 hr was 7.5 µg/cm(2) , four times higher than that from cupro-nickel coins. The nickel content in the oxidized surface of nickel-plated coins was higher, explaining the higher skin dose. Initial nickel release rates were 10-27 times higher than 1-week rates, emphasizing that brief and repeated contact results in significant nickel exposure. CONCLUSIONS Nickel-plated coins deposit higher levels of nickel onto skin than cupro-nickel coins, and hence pose an increased allergy risk. One-week release in artificial sweat is not suitable for determining the risk of handling items with high nickel release that come into short, repeated contact with the skin. The nickel skin dose is recommended for risk assessment. UK citizens are now, because of this change in coinage, unnecessarily exposed to higher levels of nickel on the skin. This is of public health concern.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Anneli Julander
- Karolinska Institutet, Institute of Environmental Medicine, SE-171 77 Stockholm, Sweden.
| | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Collapse
|
27
|
Analysis of the toll-like receptor 2-2 (TLR2-2) and TLR4 mRNA expression in the intestinal mucosal immunity of broilers fed on diets supplemented with nickel chloride. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2014; 11:657-70. [PMID: 24394214 PMCID: PMC3924466 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph110100657] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/22/2013] [Revised: 12/06/2013] [Accepted: 12/12/2013] [Indexed: 12/23/2022]
Abstract
Toll-like receptor (TLRs) are important innate immune receptors, and TLR2 and TLR4 play an important role in intestinal mucosal innate immunity. It has been found that nickel (Ni) can affect the immune system in broilers. The purpose of this study was to analyze changes in TLR2-2 and TLR4 mRNA expression levels in the intestinal mucosal immunity system of broilers induced by dietary nickel chloride (NiCl2) using quantitative real-time polymerase chain reaction (qRT-PCR) assays. Two hundred and forty one-day-old avian broilers were divided into four groups and fed on a corn-soybean basal diet as control diet or the same basal diet supplemented with 300, 600 and 900 mg/kg of NiCl2 for 42 days. Results showed that the TLR2-2 and TLR4 mRNA expression levels in the intestinal mucosa and the cecal tonsil were lower (p < 0.05 or p < 0.01) in the 300, 600 and 900 mg/kg groups than those in the control group. It was concluded that dietary NiCl2 in excess of 300 mg/kg could reduce TLR2-2 and TLR4 mRNA expression levels in the intestinal mucosa and cecal tonsil in broilers, implying that the innate immunity in intestinal mucosal immune system could be impaired by pathways involving injured surface epithelium cells or/and the inhibition of the TLR signal transduction.
Collapse
|
28
|
Midander K, Julander A, Skare L, Thyssen JP, Lidén C. The cobalt spot test - further insights into its performance and use. Contact Dermatitis 2013; 69:280-7. [DOI: 10.1111/cod.12110] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/19/2013] [Revised: 05/02/2013] [Accepted: 05/06/2013] [Indexed: 12/01/2022]
Affiliation(s)
- Klara Midander
- Institute of Environmental Medicine; Karolinska Institutet; 171 77; Stockholm; Sweden
| | - Anneli Julander
- Institute of Environmental Medicine; Karolinska Institutet; 171 77; Stockholm; Sweden
| | - Lizbet Skare
- Institute of Environmental Medicine; Karolinska Institutet; 171 77; Stockholm; Sweden
| | - Jacob P. Thyssen
- National Allergy Research Centre, Department of Dermato-Allergology; Copenhagen University Hospital Gentofte; 2900; Hellerup; Denmark
| | - Carola Lidén
- Institute of Environmental Medicine; Karolinska Institutet; 171 77; Stockholm; Sweden
| |
Collapse
|
29
|
Kettelarij JAB, Lidén C, Axén E, Julander A. Cobalt, nickel and chromium release from dental tools and alloys. Contact Dermatitis 2013; 70:3-10. [DOI: 10.1111/cod.12111] [Citation(s) in RCA: 57] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/18/2013] [Revised: 04/10/2013] [Accepted: 05/06/2013] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
Affiliation(s)
| | - Carola Lidén
- Institute of Environmental Medicine; Karolinska Institutet; SE-171 77 Stockholm Sweden
| | - Emmy Axén
- Department of Dental Medicine; Karolinska Institutet; SE-141 04 Huddinge Sweden
| | - Anneli Julander
- Institute of Environmental Medicine; Karolinska Institutet; SE-171 77 Stockholm Sweden
| |
Collapse
|
30
|
Hamann CR, Hamann D, Hamann C, Thyssen JP, Lidén C. The cost of nickel allergy: a global investigation of coin composition and nickel and cobalt release. Contact Dermatitis 2013; 68:15-22. [PMID: 23227867 DOI: 10.1111/cod.12008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 28] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
Abstract
BACKGROUND Nickel is widely used in coins; nickel may cause contact allergy and allergic contact dermatitis in those who handle them. OBJECTIVES To investigate alloy use, coin composition and nickel and cobalt release for a worldwide selection of currently circulating coins. MATERIALS AND METHODS Eight hundred and fifty coins of 361 different denominations or issues from 52 countries were collected and analysed with X-ray fluorescence spectrometry and nickel and cobalt spot tests. RESULTS Copper-nickel was the most frequently identified coin alloy, being observed in 100 denominations (28%), followed by aluminium-bronze (62, 17%). In total, 239 denominations released nickel (28%). Coins from Bolivia, Brazil and Costa Rica did not release nickel. Fewer than one-third of the denominations or issues from China, India, the euro area and Indonesia released nickel. In the United States, the Russian Federation, Japan, and Mexico, one-third or more of the denominations released nickel. CONCLUSIONS This worldwide selection of circulating coins covered countries with 75% of the world population, and shows that the majority of the world population lives in countries where coins release nickel. Pertinently, ∼ 40% of circulating coin denominations do not release nickel.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Carsten R Hamann
- Loma Linda University School of Medicine, Loma Linda, CA 92350, USA.
| | | | | | | | | |
Collapse
|
31
|
Hedberg Y, Mazinanian N, Odnevall Wallinder I. Metal release from stainless steel powders and massive sheets--comparison and implication for risk assessment of alloys. ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE. PROCESSES & IMPACTS 2013; 15:381-392. [PMID: 25208703 DOI: 10.1039/c2em30818e] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/03/2023]
Abstract
Industries that place metal and alloy products on the market are required to demonstrate that they are safe for all intended uses, and that any risks to humans, animals or the environment are adequately controlled. This requires reliable and robust in vitro test procedures. The aim of this study is to compare the release of alloy constituents from stainless steel powders of different grades (focus on AISI 316L) and production routes into synthetic body fluids with the release of the same metals from massive sheets in relation to material and surface characteristics. The comparison is justified by the fact that the difference between massive surfaces and powders from a metal release/dissolution and surface perspective is not clearly elucidated within current legislations. Powders and abraded and aged (24 h) massive sheets were exposed to synthetic solutions of relevance for biological settings and human exposure routes, for periods of up to one week. Concentrations of released iron, chromium, nickel, and manganese in solution were measured, and the effect of solution pH, acidity, complexation capacity, and proteins elucidated in relation to surface oxide composition and its properties. Implications for risk assessments based on in vitro metal release data from alloys are elucidated.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Yolanda Hedberg
- KTH Royal Institute of Technology, Div. Surface and Corrosion Science, Dept. Chemistry, Drottning Kristinas väg 51, SE-10044 Stockholm, Sweden.
| | | | | |
Collapse
|
32
|
Jensen P, Jellesen MS, Møller P, Johansen JD, Lidén C, Menné T, Thyssen JP. Nickel may be released from laptop computers. Contact Dermatitis 2012; 67:384-5. [DOI: 10.1111/j.1600-0536.2012.02162.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
|
33
|
Nickel release and surface characteristics of fine powders of nickel metal and nickel oxide in media of relevance for inhalation and dermal contact. Regul Toxicol Pharmacol 2012; 65:135-46. [PMID: 23142754 DOI: 10.1016/j.yrtph.2012.10.014] [Citation(s) in RCA: 29] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/12/2012] [Revised: 09/06/2012] [Accepted: 10/11/2012] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
Abstract
Differences in surface oxide characteristics and extent of nickel release have been investigated in two thoroughly characterized micron-sized (mainly <4 μm) nickel metal powders and a nickel oxide bulk powder when immersed in two different synthetic fluids, artificial sweat (ASW-pH 6.5) and artificial lysosomal fluid (ALF-pH 4.5) for time periods up to 24h. The investigation shows significantly more nickel released from the nickel metal powders (<88%) compared to the NiO powder (<0.1%), attributed to differences in surface properties. Significantly more nickel was released from the nickel metal powder with a thin surface oxide predominantly composed of non-stoichiometric nickel oxide (probably Ni(2)O(3)), compared to the release from the nickel metal powder with a thicker surface oxide predominantly composed of NiO and to a lesser extent Ni(2)O(3) (88% and 25% release after 24 h in ALF, respectively). Significantly lower amounts of nickel were released from the nickel metal powders in ASW (2.2% and <1%, respectively). The importance of particle and surface characteristics for any reliable risk assessment is discussed, and generated data compared with literature findings on bioaccessibility (released fraction) of nickel from powders of nickel metal and nickel oxide, and massive forms of nickel metal and nickel-containing alloys.
Collapse
|
34
|
Freitas M, Barcellos-de-Souza P, Barja-Fidalgo C, Fernandes E. Nickel induces apoptosis in human neutrophils. Biometals 2012; 26:13-21. [PMID: 23097079 DOI: 10.1007/s10534-012-9590-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/14/2012] [Accepted: 10/04/2012] [Indexed: 12/18/2022]
Abstract
Nickel is an ubiquitous transition metal that is industrially applied in many forms, which inevitably leads to a high degree of occupational and environmental exposure. Over-exposure to nickel can produce a variety of adverse effects on human health, including allergy and lung and nasal cancers. In the present study, it is demonstrated, for the first time, that nickel [(Ni(II)] (as a nickel nitrate salt) at concentrations that may be attained in vivo, induces neutrophils' apoptosis by the intrinsic pathway. The use of diphenyleneiodonium, a NADPH oxidase inhibitor, delayed Ni(II)-induced apoptosis, suggesting that NADPH oxidase-derived reactive oxygen species and subsequent signaling could contribute to this event. This is an important finding since increased apoptosis mediated by nickel may disrupt the physiological activities of neutrophils, with potential impact in its immunological and antimicrobial role.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Marisa Freitas
- REQUIMTE, Departamento de Ciências Químicas, Faculdade de Farmácia, Universidade do Porto, Rua de Jorge Viterbo Ferreira no. 228, 4050-313, Porto, Portugal
| | | | | | | |
Collapse
|
35
|
Thyssen JP, Gawkrodger DJ, White IR, Julander A, Menné T, Lidén C. Coin exposure may cause allergic nickel dermatitis: a review. Contact Dermatitis 2012; 68:3-14. [PMID: 22762130 DOI: 10.1111/j.1600-0536.2012.02127.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 50] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/26/2022]
Abstract
Nickel is used in coins because the metal has beneficial properties, including price, colour, weight, and corrosion resistance, and also because it is easy to stamp. It has often been claimed that the duration of skin contact with coins is too short to cause nickel release and dermatitis. However, it is well known by dermatologists specialized in occupational skin diseases, and by their nickel-allergic patients, that hand eczema in cashiers and other professionals who handle coins may be caused or aggravated by nickel release from coins. In this review, we present evidence from past studies showing that nickel-containing coins can indeed pose a risk for those who handle them. For protection of the health of consumers, cashiers, and other workers who handle coins, it is suggested that coins without nickel release should be used as a substitute for the high nickel-releasing coins currently in widespread use. The key risk factor in this situation is the ability of metal alloys in coins to release nickel and contaminate the skin after repeated contact from coin handling.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Jacob P Thyssen
- Department of Dermato-Allergology, National Allergy Research Centre, Copenhagen University Hospital Gentofte, DK-2900 Hellerup, Denmark.
| | | | | | | | | | | |
Collapse
|
36
|
Gawkrodger D, McLeod C, Dobson K. Nickel skin levels in different occupations and an estimate of the threshold for reacting to a single open application of nickel in nickel-allergic subjects. Br J Dermatol 2011; 166:82-7. [DOI: 10.1111/j.1365-2133.2011.10644.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 46] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
|
37
|
Kurowska E, Bonna A, Goch G, Bal W. Salivary histatin-5, a physiologically relevant ligand for Ni(II) ions. J Inorg Biochem 2011; 105:1220-5. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jinorgbio.2011.06.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/15/2010] [Revised: 06/07/2011] [Accepted: 06/08/2011] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
|
38
|
Thyssen JP. Nickel and cobalt allergy before and after nickel regulation - evaluation of a public health intervention. Contact Dermatitis 2011; 65 Suppl 1:1-68. [DOI: 10.1111/j.1600-0536.2011.01957.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 66] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/12/2023]
|
39
|
Julander A, Skare L, Vahter M, Lidén C. Nickel deposited on the skin-visualization by DMG test. Contact Dermatitis 2011; 64:151-7. [DOI: 10.1111/j.1600-0536.2010.01856.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 37] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
|
40
|
|
41
|
|
42
|
Jensen P, Thyssen JP, Johansen JD, Skare L, Menné T, Lidén C. Occupational hand eczema caused by nickel and evaluated by quantitative exposure assessment. Contact Dermatitis 2010; 64:32-6. [DOI: 10.1111/j.1600-0536.2010.01819.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 55] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
|
43
|
Kinbara M, Sato N, Kuroishi T, Takano-Yamamoto T, Sugawara S, Endo Y. Allergy-inducing nickel concentration is lowered by lipopolysaccharide at both the sensitization and elicitation steps in a murine model. Br J Dermatol 2010; 164:356-62. [DOI: 10.1111/j.1365-2133.2010.10016.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 28] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
|
44
|
Crucial role for human Toll-like receptor 4 in the development of contact allergy to nickel. Nat Immunol 2010; 11:814-9. [PMID: 20711192 DOI: 10.1038/ni.1919] [Citation(s) in RCA: 406] [Impact Index Per Article: 29.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/09/2010] [Accepted: 07/19/2010] [Indexed: 12/16/2022]
Abstract
Allergies to nickel (Ni(2+)) are the most frequent cause of contact hypersensitivity (CHS) in industrialized countries. The efficient development of CHS requires both a T lymphocyte-specific signal and a proinflammatory signal. Here we show that Ni(2+) triggered an inflammatory response by directly activating human Toll-like receptor 4 (TLR4). Ni(2+)-induced TLR4 activation was species-specific, as mouse TLR4 could not generate this response. Studies with mutant TLR4 proteins revealed that the non-conserved histidines 456 and 458 of human TLR4 are required for activation by Ni(2+) but not by the natural ligand lipopolysaccharide. Accordingly, transgenic expression of human TLR4 in TLR4-deficient mice allowed efficient sensitization to Ni(2+) and elicitation of CHS. Our data implicate site-specific human TLR4 inhibition as a potential strategy for therapeutic intervention in CHS that would not affect vital immune responses.
Collapse
|
45
|
Thyssen JP, Skare L, Lundgren L, Menné T, Johansen JD, Maibach HI, Lidén C. Sensitivity and specificity of the nickel spot (dimethylglyoxime) test. Contact Dermatitis 2010; 62:279-88. [DOI: 10.1111/j.1600-0536.2010.01709.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 101] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
|
46
|
Julander A, Skare L, Mulder M, Grandér M, Vahter M, Lidén C. Skin deposition of nickel, cobalt, and chromium in production of gas turbines and space propulsion components. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2010; 54:340-50. [PMID: 20150401 DOI: 10.1093/annhyg/meq002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 38] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022]
Abstract
Skin exposure to nickel, cobalt, and chromium may cause sensitization and allergic contact dermatitis and it is known that many alloys and platings may release significant amounts of the metals upon contact with skin. Occupational exposure to these sensitizing metals has been studied in different settings with regards to airborne dust and different biological end points, but little is known about deposition on skin from airborne dust and direct contact with materials containing the metals. In this study, skin deposition was studied in 24 workers in an industry for development and manufacturing of gas turbines and space propulsion components. The workers were employed in three departments, representing different exposure scenarios: tools sharpening of hard metal items, production of space propulsion structures, and thermal application of different metal-containing powders. A novel acid wipe sampling technique was used to sample metals from specific skin surfaces on the hands and the forehead of the workers. Total amounts of nickel, cobalt, and chromium were measured by inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry. The result showed that nickel, cobalt, and chromium could be detected on all skin surfaces sampled. The highest level of nickel was 15 microg cm(-2) h(-1), the highest for cobalt was 4.5 microg cm(-2) h(-1), and for chromium 0.6 microg cm(-2) h(-1). The three departments had different exposures regarding the metals. The highest levels of nickel on the skin of the workers were found in the thermal applications department, cobalt in the tools sharpening department, and chromium in the space propulsion components department. In conclusion, the workers' exposure to the metals was more likely to come from direct skin contact with items, rather than from airborne dust, based on the fact that the levels of metals were much higher on the fingers than on the back side of the hands and the forehead. The skin exposure levels of nickel and cobalt detected are judged capable to induce sensitization and elicit allergic contact dermatitis.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Anneli Julander
- Institute of Environmental Medicine, Karolinska Institutet, SE 171 77 Stockholm, Sweden.
| | | | | | | | | | | |
Collapse
|
47
|
Kurowska E, Bal W. Recent Advances in Molecular Toxicology of Cadmium and Nickel. ADVANCES IN MOLECULAR TOXICOLOGY 2010. [DOI: 10.1016/s1872-0854(10)04003-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/30/2023]
|
48
|
Thyssen JP, Linneberg A, Menné T, Nielsen NH, Johansen JD. The association between hand eczema and nickel allergy has weakened among young women in the general population following the Danish nickel regulation: results from two cross-sectional studies. Contact Dermatitis 2009; 61:342-8. [DOI: 10.1111/j.1600-0536.2009.01625.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 47] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
|