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Zhang W, Wei C, Wang L. Identification of Key lncRNAs, circRNAs, and mRNAs in Osteoarthritis via Bioinformatics Analysis. Mol Biotechnol 2024; 66:1660-1672. [PMID: 37382793 DOI: 10.1007/s12033-023-00790-3] [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: 10/13/2022] [Accepted: 06/09/2023] [Indexed: 06/30/2023]
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Osteoarthritis (OA) is a common degenerative joint disorder that adversely affects the quality of life of patients. Identification of novel diagnostic biomarkers is pivotal for the early detection and prevention of OA. Dataset GSE185059 was selected from Gene Expression Omnibus database to obtain differentially expressed lncRNAs (DE-lncRNAs), mRNAs (DE-mRNAs), and circRNAs (DE-circRNAs) between OA and normal samples. The Gene Ontology (GO) and Kyoto Encyclopedia of Genes and Genomes (KEGG) analyses as well as protein-protein interaction (PPI) network construction of DE-mRNAs were conducted. Hub genes were identified from PPI networks and validated by RT-qPCR. starBase database was utilized for predicting miRNAs binding with hub genes, selected DE-lncRNAs and DE-circRNAs, respectively. The competing endogenous RNA (ceRNA) networks were constructed. A total of 818 DE-mRNAs, 191 DE-lncRNAs, and 2053 DE-circRNAs were identified. The DE-mRNAs were significantly enriched in several inflammation-related GO terms and KEGG pathways such as positive regulation of cell-cell adhesion, TNF-alpha signaling pathway and NF-kappa B signaling pathway. Thirteen hub genes were identified, which were CFTR, GART, SMAD2, NCK1, TJP1, UBE2D1, EFTUD2, PRKACB, IL10, SNRPG, CHD4, RPS24, and SRSF6. OA-related DE-lncRNA/circRNA-miRNA-hub gene networks were constructed. We identified 13 hub genes and constructed the ceRNA networks related to OA, providing a theoretical basis for further research.
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- Wenjing Zhang
- Department of Rheumatic Immunity, Changzhi People's Hospital, No. 502, Changxing Middle Road, Luzhou District, Changzhi, 046099, Shanxi, China
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- Department of Rheumatic Immunity, Changzhi People's Hospital, No. 502, Changxing Middle Road, Luzhou District, Changzhi, 046099, Shanxi, China
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- Department of Rheumatic Immunity, Changzhi People's Hospital, No. 502, Changxing Middle Road, Luzhou District, Changzhi, 046099, Shanxi, China.
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Zhang Y, Li Z, Chen C, Wei W, Li Z, Huang H, Zhou H, He W, Xia J, Li B, Yang Y. S100A12 is involved in the pathology of osteoarthritis by promoting M1 macrophage polarization via the NF-κB pathway. Connect Tissue Res 2024; 65:133-145. [PMID: 38492210 DOI: 10.1080/03008207.2024.2310852] [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: 10/06/2023] [Accepted: 01/23/2024] [Indexed: 03/18/2024]
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BACKGROUND Osteoarthritis (OA) is a degenerative joint disease that affects millions worldwide. Synovitis and macrophage polarization are important factors in the development of OA. However, the specific components of synovial fluid (SF) responsible for promoting macrophage polarization remain unclear. METHODS Semi-quantitative antibody arrays were used to outline the proteome of SF. Differential expression analysis and GO/KEGG were performed on the obtained data. Immunohistochemistry and ELISA were used to investigate the relationship between SF S100A12 levels and synovitis levels in clinalclinical samples. In vitro cell experiments were conducted to investigate the effect of S100A12 on macrophage polarization. Public databases were utilized to predict and construct an S100A12-centered lncRNA-miRNA-mRNA competing endogenous RNA network, which was preliminarily validated using GEO datasets. RESULTS The study outlines the protein profile in OA and non-OA SF. The results showed that the S100A12 level was significantly increased in OA SF and inflammatory chondrocytes. The OA synovium had more severe synovitis and higher levels of S100A12 than non-OA synovium. Exogenous S100A12 upregulated the levels of M1 markers and phosphorylated p65 and promoted p65 nuclear translocation, while pretreatment with BAY 11-7082 reversed these changes. It was also discovered that LINC00894 was upregulated in OA and significantly correlated with S100A12, potentially regulating S100A12 expression by acting as a miRNA sponge. CONCLUSIONS This study demonstrated that S100A12 promotes M1 macrophage polarization through the NF-κB pathway, and found that LINC00894 has the potential to regulate the expression of S100A12 as a therapeutic approach.
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- Yi Zhang
- Department of Orthopedics, Tongji Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, China
- Department of Orthopedics, Ruijin Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Tongji Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, China
- Department of Orthopaedics, Shanghai Tenth People's Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Tongji Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, China
- Department of Orthopedics, Ruijin Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai, China
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- The First Department of Orthopaedics, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an Jiaotong University, No.157, Xiwu Road, Xi'an, Shaanxi, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Tongji Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Tongji Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Tongji Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Tongji Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Tongji Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Tongji Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, China
- Department of Orthopedics, Ruijin Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Tongji Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, China
- Department of Orthopedics, Ruijin Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai, China
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Mustafa R, Ghanbari M, Karhunen V, Evangelou M, Dehghan A. Phenome-wide association study on miRNA-related sequence variants: the UK Biobank. Hum Genomics 2023; 17:104. [PMID: 37996941 PMCID: PMC10668386 DOI: 10.1186/s40246-023-00553-w] [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: 08/17/2023] [Accepted: 11/13/2023] [Indexed: 11/25/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Genetic variants in the coding region could directly affect the structure and expression levels of genes and proteins. However, the importance of variants in the non-coding region, such as microRNAs (miRNAs), remain to be elucidated. Genetic variants in miRNA-related sequences could affect their biogenesis or functionality and ultimately affect disease risk. Yet, their implications and pleiotropic effects on many clinical conditions remain unknown. METHODS Here, we utilised genotyping and hospital records data in the UK Biobank (N = 423,419) to investigate associations between 346 genetic variants in miRNA-related sequences and a wide range of clinical diagnoses through phenome-wide association studies. Further, we tested whether changes in blood miRNA expression levels could affect disease risk through colocalisation and Mendelian randomisation analysis. RESULTS We identified 122 associations for six variants in the seed region of miRNAs, nine variants in the mature region of miRNAs, and 27 variants in the precursor miRNAs. These included associations with hypertension, dyslipidaemia, immune-related disorders, and others. Nineteen miRNAs were associated with multiple diagnoses, with six of them associated with multiple disease categories. The strongest association was reported between rs4285314 in the precursor of miR-3135b and celiac disease risk (odds ratio (OR) per effect allele increase = 0.37, P = 1.8 × 10-162). Colocalisation and Mendelian randomisation analysis highlighted potential causal role of miR-6891-3p in dyslipidaemia. CONCLUSIONS Our study demonstrates the pleiotropic effect of miRNAs and offers insights to their possible clinical importance.
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- Rima Mustafa
- Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Imperial College London, London, UK
- UK Dementia Research Institute, Imperial College London, London, UK
- Big Data Institute, Li Ka Shing Centre for Health Information and Discovery, University of Oxford, Oxford, UK
- Nuffield Department of Population Health, University of Oxford, Oxford, UK
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- Department of Epidemiology, Erasmus MC University Medical Center, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
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- Research Unit of Mathematical Sciences, University of Oulu, Oulu, Finland
- Research Unit of Population Health, University of Oulu, Oulu, Finland
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- Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Imperial College London, London, UK.
- UK Dementia Research Institute, Imperial College London, London, UK.
- MRC Centre for Environment and Health, Imperial College London, London, UK.
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Zhang X, Liu Q, Zhang J, Song C, Han Z, Wang J, Shu L, Liu W, He J, Wang P. The emerging role of lncRNAs in osteoarthritis development and potential therapy. Front Genet 2023; 14:1273933. [PMID: 37779916 PMCID: PMC10538550 DOI: 10.3389/fgene.2023.1273933] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/07/2023] [Accepted: 09/04/2023] [Indexed: 10/03/2023] Open
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Osteoarthritis impairs the functions of various joints, such as knees, hips, hands and spine, which causes pain, swelling, stiffness and reduced mobility in joints. Multiple factors, including age, joint injuries, obesity, and mechanical stress, could contribute to osteoarthritis development and progression. Evidence has demonstrated that genetics and epigenetics play a critical role in osteoarthritis initiation and progression. Noncoding RNAs (ncRNAs) have been revealed to participate in osteoarthritis development. In this review, we describe the pivotal functions and molecular mechanisms of numerous lncRNAs in osteoarthritis progression. We mention that long noncoding RNAs (lncRNAs) could be biomarkers for osteoarthritis diagnosis, prognosis and therapeutic targets. Moreover, we highlight the several compounds that alleviate osteoarthritis progression in part via targeting lncRNAs. Furthermore, we provide the future perspectives regarding the potential application of lncRNAs in diagnosis, treatment and prognosis of osteoarthritis.
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- Xiaofeng Zhang
- Department of Traumatology, Hangzhou Fuyang Hospital of TCM Orthopedics and Traumatology, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Zhejiang Medical & Health Group Hangzhou Hospital, Hang Gang Hospital, Hangzhou, China
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- Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology, Hangzhou Fuyang Hospital of TCM Orthopedics and Traumatology, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China
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- Department of Traumatology, Hangzhou Fuyang Hospital of TCM Orthopedics and Traumatology, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China
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- Department of Traumatology, Hangzhou Fuyang Hospital of TCM Orthopedics and Traumatology, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China
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- Department of Traumatology, Hangzhou Fuyang Hospital of TCM Orthopedics and Traumatology, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China
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- Zhejiang Zhongwei Medical Research Center, Department of Medicine, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China
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- Zhejiang Zhongwei Medical Research Center, Department of Medicine, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China
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- Department of Traumatology, Hangzhou Fuyang Hospital of TCM Orthopedics and Traumatology, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China
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- Zhejiang Zhongwei Medical Research Center, Department of Medicine, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China
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Li Y, Li H, Wang L, Xie W, Yuan D, Wen Z, Zhang T, Lai J, Xiong Z, Shan Y, Jiang W. The p65-LOC727924-miR-26a/KPNA3-p65 regulatory loop mediates vasoactive intestinal peptide effects on osteoarthritis chondrocytes. Int Immunopharmacol 2023; 122:110518. [PMID: 37392568 DOI: 10.1016/j.intimp.2023.110518] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/01/2022] [Revised: 02/10/2023] [Accepted: 06/13/2023] [Indexed: 07/03/2023]
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Loss and dysfunction of articular chondrocytes, which disrupt the homeostasis of extracellular matrix formation and breakdown, promote the onset of osteoarthritis (OA). Targeting inflammatory pathways is an important therapeutic strategy for OA. Vasoactive intestinal peptide (VIP) is an immunosuppressive neuropeptide with potent anti-inflammatory effects; however, its role and mechanism in OA remain unclear. In this study, microarray expression profiling from the Gene Expression Omnibus database and integrative bioinformatics analyses were performed to identify differentially expressed lncRNAs in OA samples. qRT-PCR validation of the top ten different expressed lncRNAs indicated that the expression level of intergenic non-protein coding RNA 2203 (LINC02203, also named LOC727924) was the highest in OA cartilage compared to normal cartilage. Hence, the LOC727924 function was further investigated. LOC727924 was upregulated in OA chondrocytes, with a dominant sub-localization in the cytoplasm. In OA chondrocytes, LOC727924 knockdown boosted cell viability, suppressed cell apoptosis, reactive oxygen species (ROS) accumulation, increased aggrecan and collagen II, decreased matrix metallopeptidase (MMP)-3/13 and ADAM metallopeptidase with thrombospondin type 1 motif (ADAMTS)-4/5 levels, and reduced the levels of tumor necrosis factor alpha (TNF-α), interleukin 1 beta (IL-1β), and interleukin 6 (IL-6). LOC727924 could interact with the microRNA 26a (miR-26a)/ karyopherin subunit alpha 3 (KPNA3) axis by competitively targeting miR-26a for KPNA3 binding, therefore down-regulating miR-26a and upregulating KPNA3; in OA chondrocytes, miR-26a inhibition partially abolished LOC727924 knockdown effects on chondrocytes. miR-26a inhibited the nuclear translocation of p65 through targeting KPNA3 and p65 transcriptionally activated LOC727924, forming a p65-LOC727924-miR-26a/KPNA3-p65 regulatory loop to modulate OA chondrocyte phenotypes. In vitro, VIP improved OA chondrocyte proliferation and functions, down-regulated LOC727924, KPNA3, and p65 expression, and upregulated miR-26a expression; in vivo, VIP ameliorated destabilization of the medial meniscus (DMM)-induced damages on the mouse knee joint, down-regulated KPNA3, inhibited the nuclear translocation of p65. In conclusion, the p65-LOC727924-miR-26a/KPNA3-p65 regulatory loop modulates OA chondrocyte apoptosis, ROS accumulation, extracellular matrix (ECM) deposition, and inflammatory response in vitro and OA development in vivo, being one of the mechanisms mediating VIP ameliorating OA.
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- Yusheng Li
- Department of Orthopedics, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha 410008, Hunan, China; National Clinical Research Center for Geriatric Disorders, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha 410008, Hunan, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha 410008, Hunan, China; National Clinical Research Center for Geriatric Disorders, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha 410008, Hunan, China
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- Department of Bone and Joint, Shenzhen People's Hospital (The Second Clinical Medical College, Jinan University, The First Affiliated Hospital, Southern University of Science and Technology), Shenzhen 518020, Guangdong, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha 410008, Hunan, China; National Clinical Research Center for Geriatric Disorders, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha 410008, Hunan, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha 410008, Hunan, China; Xiangya School of Medicine, Central South University, Changsha 410083, Hunan, China
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- Xiangya School of Medicine, Central South University, Changsha 410083, Hunan, China
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- Department of Bone and Joint, Shenzhen People's Hospital (The Second Clinical Medical College, Jinan University, The First Affiliated Hospital, Southern University of Science and Technology), Shenzhen 518020, Guangdong, China
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- Xiangya School of Medicine, Central South University, Changsha 410083, Hunan, China
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- Xiangya School of Medicine, Central South University, Changsha 410083, Hunan, China
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- Xiangya School of Medicine, Central South University, Changsha 410083, Hunan, China
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- Department of Bone and Joint, Shenzhen People's Hospital (The Second Clinical Medical College, Jinan University, The First Affiliated Hospital, Southern University of Science and Technology), Shenzhen 518020, Guangdong, China.
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Zhang J, Lv G. Knockdown of LINC01138 protects human chondrocytes against IL-1β-induced damage by regulating the hsa-miR-1207-5p/KIAA0101 axis. Immun Inflamm Dis 2022; 11:e744. [PMID: 36705420 PMCID: PMC9753829 DOI: 10.1002/iid3.744] [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: 07/11/2022] [Revised: 09/19/2022] [Accepted: 11/06/2022] [Indexed: 12/23/2022] Open
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INTRODUCTION Long intergenic non-protein coding RNA 1138 (LINC01138) plays a vital role in human cancers. In this study, we aimed to investigate the effect of LINC01138 on the progression of osteoarthritis (OA) and explore its potential mechanism of action. METHODS The expression of LINC01138, hsa-miR-1207-5p, and KIAA0101 in OA tissues and normal tissues was analyzed using GSEA datasets and confirmed in human specimens. Human chondrocytes were treated with interleukin (IL)-1β to establish an OA cell model. Quantitative real time PCR(qRT-PCR), enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay, and western blotting analyses were performed to evaluate the role of LINC01138, hsa-miR-1207-5p, and KIAA0101 during extracellular matrix (ECM) protein degeneration and cellular inflammatory response. The target relationship was predicted using DIANA-TarBase and TargetScan. The binding effects were verified by dual-luciferase reporter assay. RESULTS LINC01138 expression was higher in OA tissues than in normal controls. LINC01138 levels increased in chondrocytes treated with IL-1β. Silencing of LINC01138 attenuated the IL-1β-induced decrease in Col2α1, aggrecan, and sulphated glycosaminoglycan (sGAG), and inhibited the IL-1β-induced increase in matrix metalloproteinase (MMP)-13, IL-6, and tumor necrosis factor (TNF)-α. miR-1207-5p is weakly expressed in OA tissues and cell models. The inhibition of hsa-miR-1207-5p, a target of LINC01138, attenuated the effects of LINC01138 silencing on chondrocyte ECM degeneration and inflammatory responses. Silencing KIAA0101, a target of hsa-miR-1207-5p, alleviated the effect of hsa-miR-1207-5p on chondrocyte ECM degeneration and inflammatory responses. Furthermore, silencing of KIAA0101 inhibited the JAK/STAT and Wnt signaling pathways. CONCLUSION Silencing LINC01138 protected chondrocytes from IL-1β-induced damage, possibly by regulating the hsa-miR-1207-5p/KIAA0101 axis.
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- Jiangtao Zhang
- Three Departments of Knee Injury, Luoyang Orthopedic Hospital of Henan ProvinceOrthopedic Hospital of Henan ProvinceLuoyangHenanP. R. China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Sun Si Miao Hospital of Beijing University of Chinese MedicineTongchuan Traditional Chinese Medicine HospitalTongchuanShanxiP. R. China
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Feng F, Jiao P, Wang J, Li Y, Bao B, Luoreng Z, Wang X. Role of Long Noncoding RNAs in the Regulation of Cellular Immune Response and Inflammatory Diseases. Cells 2022; 11:cells11223642. [PMID: 36429069 PMCID: PMC9688074 DOI: 10.3390/cells11223642] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/19/2022] [Revised: 11/12/2022] [Accepted: 11/14/2022] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
Abstract
Long noncoding RNAs (lncRNAs) are recently discovered genetic regulatory molecules that regulate immune responses and are closely associated with the occurrence and development of various diseases, including inflammation, in humans and animals. Under specific physiological conditions, lncRNA expression varies at the cell or tissue level, and lncRNAs can bind to specific miRNAs, target mRNAs, and target proteins to participate in certain processes, such as cell differentiation and inflammatory responses, via the corresponding signaling pathways. This review article summarizes the regulatory role of lncRNAs in macrophage polarization, dendritic cell differentiation, T cell differentiation, and endothelial and epithelial inflammation. In addition, it describes the molecular mechanism of lncRNAs in acute kidney injury, hepatitis, inflammatory injury of the lung, osteoarthritis, mastitis, and neuroinflammation to provide a reference for the molecular regulatory network as well as the genetic diagnosis and treatment of inflammatory diseases in humans and animals.
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- Fen Feng
- School of Agriculture, Ningxia University, Yinchuan 750021, China
- Key Laboratory of Ruminant Molecular Cell Breeding, Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, Yinchuan 750021, China
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- School of Agriculture, Ningxia University, Yinchuan 750021, China
- Key Laboratory of Ruminant Molecular Cell Breeding, Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, Yinchuan 750021, China
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- School of Agriculture, Ningxia University, Yinchuan 750021, China
- Key Laboratory of Ruminant Molecular Cell Breeding, Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, Yinchuan 750021, China
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- School of Agriculture, Ningxia University, Yinchuan 750021, China
- Key Laboratory of Ruminant Molecular Cell Breeding, Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, Yinchuan 750021, China
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- School of Agriculture, Ningxia University, Yinchuan 750021, China
- Key Laboratory of Ruminant Molecular Cell Breeding, Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, Yinchuan 750021, China
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- School of Agriculture, Ningxia University, Yinchuan 750021, China
- Key Laboratory of Ruminant Molecular Cell Breeding, Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, Yinchuan 750021, China
- Correspondence: (Z.L.); (X.W.)
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- School of Agriculture, Ningxia University, Yinchuan 750021, China
- Key Laboratory of Ruminant Molecular Cell Breeding, Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, Yinchuan 750021, China
- Correspondence: (Z.L.); (X.W.)
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Wang R, Shiu HT, Lee WYW. Emerging role of lncRNAs in osteoarthritis: An updated review. Front Immunol 2022; 13:982773. [PMID: 36304464 PMCID: PMC9593085 DOI: 10.3389/fimmu.2022.982773] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/30/2022] [Accepted: 09/08/2022] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
Abstract
Osteoarthritis (OA) is a prevalent joint disease, which is associated with progressive articular cartilage loss, synovial inflammation, subchondral sclerosis and meniscus injury. The molecular mechanism underlying OA pathogenesis is multifactorial. Long non-coding RNAs (lncRNAs) are non-protein coding RNAs with length more than 200 nucleotides. They have various functions such as modulating transcription and protein activity, as well as forming endogenous small interfering RNAs (siRNAs) and microRNA (miRNA) sponges. Emerging evidence suggests that lncRNAs might be involved in the pathogenesis of OA which opens up a new avenue for the development of new biomarkers and therapeutic strategies. The purpose of this review is to summarize the current clinical and basic experiments related to lncRNAs and OA with a focus on the extensively studied H19, GAS5, MALAT1, XIST and HOTAIR. The potential translational value of these lncRNAs as therapeutic targets for OA is also discussed.
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- Rongliang Wang
- Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, Faculty of Medicine, Prince of Wales Hospital, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China
- Li Ka Shing Institute of Health Sciences, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China
- SH Ho Scoliosis Research Laboratory, Joint Scoliosis Research Center of the Chinese University of Hong Kong and Nanjing University, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, Faculty of Medicine, Prince of Wales Hospital, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China
- Li Ka Shing Institute of Health Sciences, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, Faculty of Medicine, Prince of Wales Hospital, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China
- Li Ka Shing Institute of Health Sciences, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China
- SH Ho Scoliosis Research Laboratory, Joint Scoliosis Research Center of the Chinese University of Hong Kong and Nanjing University, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China
- *Correspondence: Wayne Yuk Wai Lee,
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Cai Z, Long T, Zhao Y, Lin R, Wang Y. Epigenetic Regulation in Knee Osteoarthritis. Front Genet 2022; 13:942982. [PMID: 35873487 PMCID: PMC9304589 DOI: 10.3389/fgene.2022.942982] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/13/2022] [Accepted: 06/20/2022] [Indexed: 12/02/2022] Open
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Osteoarthritis (OA) is a complicated disease with both hereditary and environmental causes. Despite an increase in reports of possible OA risk loci, it has become clear that genetics is not the sole cause of osteoarthritis. Epigenetics, which can be triggered by environmental influences and result in transcriptional alterations, may have a role in OA pathogenesis. The majority of recent research on the epigenetics of OA has been focused on DNA methylation, histone modification, and non-coding RNAs. However, this study will explore epigenetic regulation in OA at the present stage. How genetics, environmental variables, and epigenetics interact will be researched, shedding light for future studies. Their possible interaction and control processes open up new avenues for the development of innovative osteoarthritis treatment and diagnostic techniques.
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- *Correspondence: Teng Long, ; You Wang,
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- *Correspondence: Teng Long, ; You Wang,
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Okuyan HM, Begen MA. LncRNAs in Osteoarthritis. Clin Chim Acta 2022; 532:145-163. [PMID: 35667478 DOI: 10.1016/j.cca.2022.05.030] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/07/2022] [Revised: 05/29/2022] [Accepted: 05/31/2022] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
Abstract
Osteoarthritis (OA) is a progressive joint disease that affects millions of older adults around the world. With increasing rates of incidence and prevalence worldwide, OA has become an enormous global socioeconomic burden on healthcare systems. Long non-coding ribonucleic acids (lncRNAs), essential functional molecules in many biological processes, are a group of non-coding RNAs that are greater than approximately 200 nucleotides in length. Fast-growing and recent developments in lncRNA research are captivating and represent a novel and promising field in understanding the complexity of OA pathogenesis. The involvement of lncRNAs in OA's pathological processes and their altered expressions in joint tissues, blood and synovial fluid make them attractive candidates for the diagnosis and treatment of OA. We focus on the recent advances in major regulator mechanisms of lncRNAs in the pathophysiology of OA and discuss potential diagnostic and therapeutic uses of lncRNAs for OA. We investigate how upregulation or downregulation of lncRNAs influences the pathogenesis of OA and how we can use lncRNAs to elucidate the molecular mechanism of OA. Furthermore, we evaluate how we can use lncRNAs as a diagnostic marker or therapeutic target for OA. Our study not only provides a comprehensive review of lncRNAs regarding OA's pathogenesis but also contributes to the elucidation of its molecular mechanisms and to the development of diagnostic and therapeutic approaches for OA.
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- Hamza Malik Okuyan
- Biomedical Engineering, Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation, Faculty of Health Sciences, Sakarya University of Applied Sciences, Sakarya, Turkey; Ivey Business School, Epidemiology and Biostatistics - Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry, University of Western Ontario, London, Ontario, Canada.
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- Ivey Business School, Epidemiology and Biostatistics - Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry, University of Western Ontario, London, Ontario, Canada.
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Wu S, Huang J, Li Y, Liu Z, Zhao L. Integrated Analysis of lncRNA and circRNA Mediated ceRNA Regulatory Networks in Skin Reveals Innate Immunity Differences Between Wild-Type and Yellow Mutant Rainbow Trout ( Oncorhynchus mykiss). Front Immunol 2022; 13:802731. [PMID: 35655786 PMCID: PMC9152293 DOI: 10.3389/fimmu.2022.802731] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/27/2021] [Accepted: 04/19/2022] [Indexed: 12/04/2022] Open
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Fish skin is a vital immune organ that forms the first protective barrier preventing entry of external pathogens. Rainbow trout is an important aquaculture fish species that is farmed worldwide. However, our knowledge of innate immunity differences between wild-type (WR_S) and yellow mutant rainbow trout (YR_S) remains limited. In this study, we performed whole transcriptome analysis of skin from WR_S and YR_S cultured in a natural flowing water pond. A total of 2448 mRNAs, 1630 lncRNAs, 22 circRNAs and 50 miRNAs were found to be differentially expressed (DE). Among these DEmRNAs, numerous key immune-related genes, including ifih1, dhx58, trim25, atp6v1e1, tap1, tap2, cd209, hsp90a.1, nlrp3, nlrc3, and several other genes associated with metabolism (gstp1, nampt, naprt and cd38) were identified. Gene Ontology (GO) and Kyoto Encyclopedia of Genes and Genomes (KEGG) pathway enrichment analyses of DEmRNAs revealed that many were significantly enriched in innate immune-related GO terms and pathways, including NAD+ADP-ribosyltransferase activity, complement binding, immune response and response to bacterium GO terms, and RIG-I-like receptor signaling, NOD-like receptor signaling and phagosome KEGG pathways. Furthermore, the immune-related competing endogenous RNA networks were constructed, from which we found that lncRNAs MSTRG.11484.2, MSTRG.32014.1 and MSTRG.29012.1 regulated at least three immune-related genes (ifih1, dhx58 and irf3) through PC-5p-43254_34, PC-3p-28352_70 and bta-miR-11987_L-1R-1_1ss8TA, and tap2 was regulated by two circRNAs (circRNA5279 and circRNA5277) by oni-mir-124a-2-p5_1ss13GA. The findings expand our understanding of the innate immune system of rainbow trout, and lay the foundation for further study of immune mechanisms and disease resistance breeding.
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- Shenji Wu
- College of Animal Science and Technology, Gansu Agricultural University, Lanzhou, China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Gansu Agricultural University, Lanzhou, China
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- College of Science, Gansu Agricultural University, Lanzhou, China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Gansu Agricultural University, Lanzhou, China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Gansu Agricultural University, Lanzhou, China
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A review of non-coding RNA related to NF-κB signaling pathway in the pathogenesis of osteoarthritis. Int Immunopharmacol 2022; 106:108607. [PMID: 35180625 DOI: 10.1016/j.intimp.2022.108607] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/09/2021] [Revised: 02/01/2022] [Accepted: 02/02/2022] [Indexed: 12/21/2022]
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Osteoarthritis (OA), often called as "wear and tear" arthritis, is the most common form of degenerative joint arthritis and is a leading cause of disability. The nuclear factor-kappaB (NF-κB) transcription factor has long been recognized as a disease-contributing factor for OA. More and more evidences show that targeting NF-κB signaling could offer novel potential therapeutic options for OA damage and reduce the risk of potential side-effects. In recent years, it has been shown that non-coding RNAs(ncRNAs) can trigger the expression of an array of genes and widely activate NF-κB signaling pathway, which induces destruction of the articular joint, leading to OA onset and progression. In this review, we discuss the involvement of NF-κB in OA pathogenesis and how ncRNAs attend and affect OA incidence and evolution, offering novel potential therapeutic options for OA treatment.
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Jiang P, Li X. Regulatory Mechanism of lncRNAs in M1/M2 Macrophages Polarization in the Diseases of Different Etiology. Front Immunol 2022; 13:835932. [PMID: 35145526 PMCID: PMC8822266 DOI: 10.3389/fimmu.2022.835932] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/15/2021] [Accepted: 01/10/2022] [Indexed: 01/27/2023] Open
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Precise expression and regulation of genes in the immune system is important for organisms to produce strong immunity towards pathogens and limit autoimmunity. In recent years, an increasing number of studies has shown that long noncoding RNAs (lncRNAs) are closely related to immune function and can participate in regulating immune responses by regulating immune cell differentiation, development, and function. As immune cells, the polarization response of macrophages (Mφs) plays an important role in immune function and inflammation. LncRNAs can regulate the phenotypic polarization of Mφs to M1 or M2 through various mechanisms; promote pro-inflammatory or anti-inflammatory effects; and participate in the pathogenesis of cancers, inflammatory diseases, infections, metabolic diseases, and autoimmune diseases. In addition, it is important to explore the regulatory mechanisms of lncRNAs on the dynamic transition between different Mφs phenotypes. Thus, the regulatory role of lncRNAs in the polarization of Mφs and their mechanism are discussed in this review.
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- Ping Jiang
- Guanghua Clinical Medical College, Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shanghai, China
- Department of Rheumatology, Shanghai Guanghua Hospital of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Neurology, Rizhao Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Rizhao, China
- Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Jinan, China
- *Correspondence: Xiaopeng Li,
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Kong H, Sun ML, Zhang XA, Wang XQ. Crosstalk Among circRNA/lncRNA, miRNA, and mRNA in Osteoarthritis. Front Cell Dev Biol 2022; 9:774370. [PMID: 34977024 PMCID: PMC8714905 DOI: 10.3389/fcell.2021.774370] [Citation(s) in RCA: 34] [Impact Index Per Article: 17.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/11/2021] [Accepted: 11/29/2021] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
Abstract
Osteoarthritis (OA) is a joint disease that is pervasive in life, and the incidence and mortality of OA are increasing, causing many adverse effects on people's life. Therefore, it is very vital to identify new biomarkers and therapeutic targets in the clinical diagnosis and treatment of OA. ncRNA is a nonprotein-coding RNA that does not translate into proteins but participates in protein translation. At the RNA level, it can perform biological functions. Many studies have found that miRNA, lncRNA, and circRNA are closely related to the course of OA and play important regulatory roles in transcription, post-transcription, and post-translation, which can be used as biological targets for the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of OA. In this review, we summarized and described the various roles of different types of miRNA, lncRNA, and circRNA in OA, the roles of different lncRNA/circRNA-miRNA-mRNA axis in OA, and the possible prospects of these ncRNAs in clinical application.
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- Hui Kong
- College of Kinesiology, Shenyang Sport University, Shenyang, China
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- College of Kinesiology, Shenyang Sport University, Shenyang, China
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- College of Kinesiology, Shenyang Sport University, Shenyang, China
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- Department of Sport Rehabilitation, Shanghai University of Sport, Shanghai, China.,Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, Shanghai Shangti Orthopaedic Hospital, Shanghai, China
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The last decade has seen an enormous increase in long non-coding RNA (lncRNA) research within rheumatology. LncRNAs are arbitrarily classed as non-protein encoding RNA transcripts that exceed 200 nucleotides in length. These transcripts have tissue and cell specific patterns of expression and are implicated in a variety of biological processes. Unsurprisingly, numerous lncRNAs are dysregulated in rheumatoid conditions, correlating with disease activity and cited as potential biomarkers and targets for therapeutic intervention. In this chapter, following an introduction into each condition, we discuss the lncRNAs involved in rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis and systemic lupus erythematosus. These inflammatory joint conditions share several inflammatory signalling pathways and therefore not surprisingly many commonly dysregulated lncRNAs are shared across these conditions. In the interest of translational research only those lncRNAs which are strongly conserved have been addressed. The lncRNAs discussed here have diverse roles in regulating inflammation, proliferation, migration, invasion and apoptosis. Understanding the molecular basis of lncRNA function in rheumatology will be crucial in fully determining the inflammatory mechanisms that drive these conditions.
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Ghafouri-Fard S, Poulet C, Malaise M, Abak A, Mahmud Hussen B, Taheriazam A, Taheri M, Hallajnejad M. The Emerging Role of Non-Coding RNAs in Osteoarthritis. Front Immunol 2021; 12:773171. [PMID: 34912342 PMCID: PMC8666442 DOI: 10.3389/fimmu.2021.773171] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/09/2021] [Accepted: 11/10/2021] [Indexed: 12/16/2022] Open
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Osteoarthritis (OS) is the most frequent degenerative condition in the joints, disabling many adults. Several abnormalities in the articular cartilage, subchondral bone, synovial tissue, and meniscus have been detected in the course of OA. Destruction of articular cartilage, the formation of osteophytes, subchondral sclerosis, and hyperplasia of synovial tissue are hallmarks of OA. More recently, several investigations have underscored the regulatory roles of non-coding RNAs (ncRNAs) in OA development. Different classes of non-coding RNAs, including long ncRNAs (lncRNAs), microRNAs (miRNAs), and circular RNAs (circRNAs), have been reported to affect the development of OA. The expression level of these transcripts has also been used as diagnostic tools in OA. In the present article, we aimed at reporting the role of these transcripts in this process. We need to give a specific angle on the pathology to provide meaningful thoughts on it.
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- Soudeh Ghafouri-Fard
- Department of Medical Genetics, School of Medicine, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Rheumatology, University Hospital of Liège (CHULiege), Liège, Belgium
- Fibropôle Research Group, University Hospital of Liège (CHULiege), Liège, Belgium
- GIGA-I3 Research Group, GIGA Institute, University of Liège (ULiege) and University Hospital of Liège (CHULiege), Liège, Belgium
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- Department of Rheumatology, University Hospital of Liège (CHULiege), Liège, Belgium
- Fibropôle Research Group, University Hospital of Liège (CHULiege), Liège, Belgium
- GIGA-I3 Research Group, GIGA Institute, University of Liège (ULiege) and University Hospital of Liège (CHULiege), Liège, Belgium
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- Men’s Health and Reproductive Health Research Center, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Pharmacognosy, College of Pharmacy, Hawler Medical University, Erbil, Iraq
- Center of Research and Strategic Studies, Lebanese French University, Erbil, Iraq
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- Department of Orthopedics, Tehran Medical Sciences Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran
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- Institute of Human Genetics, Jena University Hospital, Jena, Germany
- *Correspondence: Mohammad Taheri, ; Mohammad Hallajnejad,
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- Skull Base Research Center, Loghman Hakim Hospital, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
- *Correspondence: Mohammad Taheri, ; Mohammad Hallajnejad,
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Chen B, Deng Y, Wang B, Tian Z, Tong J, Yu B, Shi W, Tang J. Integrated analysis of long non-coding RNA-microRNA-mRNA competing endogenous RNAregulatory networks in thromboangiitis obliterans. Bioengineered 2021; 12:12023-12037. [PMID: 34787068 PMCID: PMC8810094 DOI: 10.1080/21655979.2021.2002497] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/26/2022] Open
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Thromboangiitis obliterans (TAO) is a non-atherosclerotic, segmental, chronic vascular inflammatory disease. Our aim was to explore the underlying mechanisms of long non-coding RNA (lncRNA)-related competing endogenous RNAs (ceRNAs) in TAO. Six blood samples were collected from patients with TAO and healthy individuals (three for each category). Total RNA was extracted from the blood of each participant and sequenced. Differentially expressed lncRNAs (DE-lncRNAs) and miRNAs (DE-miRNAs) were screened, and ceRNA networks associated with TAO were constructed. Thereafter, the genes in the ceRNA network were subjected to functional analyses. Finally, a ceRNA relationship (lncRNA NEAT1-hsa-miR-1-3p-mRNA GNA12) was selected for further validation. Analysis revealed that 347 DE-lncRNAs (150 downregulated and 197 upregulated) and 16 DE-miRNAs (3 downregulated and 13 upregulated) were identified in TAO. Further, TAO-associated ceRNA networks, which included 219 lncRNAs, 6 miRNAs, and 53 mRNAs, were proposed and subjected to gene annotation and pathway analysis. Additionally, NEAT1 and GNA12 levels were significantly upregulated, while miR-1-3p levels were evidently downregulated in TAO patients, as compared with those in healthy controls. Dual luciferase reporter assays showed that NEAT1, miR-1-3p, and GNA12 interacted with each other. We report potential TAO-associated ceRNA regulatory networks and suggest activation of NEAT1/miR-1-3p/GNA12 signaling as a novel mechanism for TAO progression.
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- Bo Chen
- Department of Vascular Surgery, Shanghai Pudong Hospital, Fudan University Pudong Medical Center, Shanghai, China.,Shanghai Key Laboratory of Vascular Lesions Regulation and Remodeling, Shanghai Pudong Hospital, Fudan University Pudong Medical Center, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, Shanghai Pudong Hospital, Fudan University Pudong Medical Center, Shanghai, China.,Shanghai Key Laboratory of Vascular Lesions Regulation and Remodeling, Shanghai Pudong Hospital, Fudan University Pudong Medical Center, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, Shanghai Pudong Hospital, Fudan University Pudong Medical Center, Shanghai, China.,Shanghai Key Laboratory of Vascular Lesions Regulation and Remodeling, Shanghai Pudong Hospital, Fudan University Pudong Medical Center, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, Shanghai Pudong Hospital, Fudan University Pudong Medical Center, Shanghai, China.,Shanghai Key Laboratory of Vascular Lesions Regulation and Remodeling, Shanghai Pudong Hospital, Fudan University Pudong Medical Center, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, Shanghai Pudong Hospital, Fudan University Pudong Medical Center, Shanghai, China.,Shanghai Key Laboratory of Vascular Lesions Regulation and Remodeling, Shanghai Pudong Hospital, Fudan University Pudong Medical Center, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, Shanghai Pudong Hospital, Fudan University Pudong Medical Center, Shanghai, China.,Shanghai Key Laboratory of Vascular Lesions Regulation and Remodeling, Shanghai Pudong Hospital, Fudan University Pudong Medical Center, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, Shanghai Pudong Hospital, Fudan University Pudong Medical Center, Shanghai, China.,Shanghai Key Laboratory of Vascular Lesions Regulation and Remodeling, Shanghai Pudong Hospital, Fudan University Pudong Medical Center, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, Shanghai Pudong Hospital, Fudan University Pudong Medical Center, Shanghai, China.,Shanghai Key Laboratory of Vascular Lesions Regulation and Remodeling, Shanghai Pudong Hospital, Fudan University Pudong Medical Center, Shanghai, China
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Fan G, Liu J, Zhang Y, Guan X. LINC00473 exacerbates osteoarthritis development by promoting chondrocyte apoptosis and proinflammatory cytokine production through the miR-424-5p/LY6E axis. Exp Ther Med 2021; 22:1247. [PMID: 34539843 PMCID: PMC8438674 DOI: 10.3892/etm.2021.10682] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/25/2020] [Accepted: 05/28/2021] [Indexed: 12/18/2022] Open
Abstract
Osteoarthritis (OA) is a common degenerative joint disease that has been identified as one of the major health burdens in aging individuals. Long non-coding RNAs (lncRNAs) participate in the development of diverse diseases, including OA. Among them, lncRNA long intergenic non-protein coding RNA 473 (LINC00473) is one of the few upregulated lncRNAs. The present study aimed to explore the role of LINC00473 and its regulatory mechanism in OA development. Flow cytometry analyses and ELISA were carried out to detect chondrocyte apoptosis and the concentration of proinflammatory cytokines, respectively. The results suggested that LINC00473 knockdown significantly reduced chondrocyte apoptosis and the production of proinflammatory cytokines in IL-1β-stimulated C28/I2 cells compared with transfection with small interfering RNA-negative control (si-NC). Western blot analyses were performed to examine protein levels of apoptotic markers (caspase-3, Bax and Bcl-2) in C28/I2 cells. Subsequently, an OA rat model was established to explore the role of LINC00473 in vivo. The results indicated that, compared with the OA + adeno-associated virus si-NC group, LINC00473 knockdown significantly suppressed the degradation of chondrocyte extracellular matrix and the production of proinflammatory cytokines in OA model rats. Furthermore, bioinformatics analysis, luciferase reporter and RNA immunoprecipitation assays indicated that LINC00473 served as a microRNA (miR)-424-5p sponge in C28/I2 cells, and that lymphocyte antigen 6 locus E (LY6E) was the downstream target. In addition, the inhibitory effects of LINC00473 knockdown on chondrocyte apoptosis and the inflammatory response could be reversed by LY6E overexpression in IL-1β-stimulated C28/I2 cells. In summary, the findings indicated that LINC00473 contributed to OA progression by modulating the miR-424-5p/LY6E axis, which may serve as a potential therapeutic strategy for patients with OA.
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- Guiyong Fan
- Department of Orthopedics, Suzhou Kowloon Hospital, Shanghai Jiangtong University School of Medicine, Suzhou, Jiangsu 215028, P.R. China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Suzhou Kowloon Hospital, Shanghai Jiangtong University School of Medicine, Suzhou, Jiangsu 215028, P.R. China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Suzhou Kowloon Hospital, Shanghai Jiangtong University School of Medicine, Suzhou, Jiangsu 215028, P.R. China
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- Department of Neonatology, Children's Hospital of Soochow University, Suzhou, Jiangsu 215025, P.R. China
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Ali SA, Peffers MJ, Ormseth MJ, Jurisica I, Kapoor M. The non-coding RNA interactome in joint health and disease. Nat Rev Rheumatol 2021; 17:692-705. [PMID: 34588660 DOI: 10.1038/s41584-021-00687-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 102] [Impact Index Per Article: 34.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 08/23/2021] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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Non-coding RNAs have distinct regulatory roles in the pathogenesis of joint diseases including osteoarthritis (OA) and rheumatoid arthritis (RA). As the amount of high-throughput profiling studies and mechanistic investigations of microRNAs, long non-coding RNAs and circular RNAs in joint tissues and biofluids has increased, data have emerged that suggest complex interactions among non-coding RNAs that are often overlooked as critical regulators of gene expression. Identifying these non-coding RNAs and their interactions is useful for understanding both joint health and disease. Non-coding RNAs regulate signalling pathways and biological processes that are important for normal joint development but, when dysregulated, can contribute to disease. The specific expression profiles of non-coding RNAs in various disease states support their roles as promising candidate biomarkers, mediators of pathogenic mechanisms and potential therapeutic targets. This Review synthesizes literature published in the past 2 years on the role of non-coding RNAs in OA and RA with a focus on inflammation, cell death, cell proliferation and extracellular matrix dysregulation. Research to date makes it apparent that 'non-coding' does not mean 'non-essential' and that non-coding RNAs are important parts of a complex interactome that underlies OA and RA.
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- Shabana A Ali
- Bone and Joint Center, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Henry Ford Health System, Detroit, MI, USA. .,Center for Molecular Medicine and Genetics, School of Medicine, Wayne State University, Detroit, MI, USA.
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- Department of Musculoskeletal Biology, Institute of Life Course and Medical Sciences, University of Liverpool, Liverpool, UK
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- Department of Research and Development, Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Nashville, TN, USA.,Department of Medicine, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, TN, USA
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- Osteoarthritis Research Program, Division of Orthopaedics, Schroeder Arthritis Institute, Krembil Research Institute, University Health Network, Toronto, Ontario, Canada.,Data Science Discovery Centre for Chronic Diseases, Krembil Research Institute, University Health Network, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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- Osteoarthritis Research Program, Division of Orthopaedics, Schroeder Arthritis Institute, Krembil Research Institute, University Health Network, Toronto, Ontario, Canada. .,Department of Surgery and Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathobiology, University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
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Zheng YL, Song G, Guo JB, Su X, Chen YM, Yang Z, Chen PJ, Wang XQ. Interactions Among lncRNA/circRNA, miRNA, and mRNA in Musculoskeletal Degenerative Diseases. Front Cell Dev Biol 2021; 9:753931. [PMID: 34708047 PMCID: PMC8542847 DOI: 10.3389/fcell.2021.753931] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/05/2021] [Accepted: 09/22/2021] [Indexed: 12/18/2022] Open
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Musculoskeletal degenerative diseases (MSDDs) are pathological conditions that affect muscle, bone, cartilage, joint and connective tissue, leading to physical and functional impairments in patients, mainly consist of osteoarthritis (OA), intervertebral disc degeneration (IDD), rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and ankylosing spondylitis (AS). Long non-coding RNAs (lncRNAs) and circular RNAs (circRNAs) are novel regulators of gene expression that play an important role in biological regulation, involving in chondrocyte proliferation and apoptosis, extracellular matrix degradation and peripheral blood mononuclear cell inflammation. Research on MSDD pathogenesis, especially on RA and AS, is still in its infancy and major knowledge gaps remain to be filled. The effects of lncRNA/circRNA-miRNA-mRNA axis on MSDD progression help us to fully understand their contribution to the dynamic cellular processes, provide the potential OA, IDD, RA and AS therapeutic strategies. Further studies are needed to explore the mutual regulatory mechanisms between lncRNA/circRNA regulation and effective therapeutic interventions in the pathology of MSDD.
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- Yi-Li Zheng
- Department of Sport Rehabilitation, Shanghai University of Sport, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Sport Rehabilitation, Shanghai University of Sport, Shanghai, China
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- The Second School of Clinical Medicine, Xuzhou Medical University, Xuzhou, China
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- Department of Sport Rehabilitation, Shanghai University of Sport, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Sport Rehabilitation, Shanghai University of Sport, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Sport Rehabilitation, Shanghai University of Sport, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Sport Rehabilitation, Shanghai University of Sport, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Sport Rehabilitation, Shanghai University of Sport, Shanghai, China.,Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, Shanghai Shangti Orthopaedic Hospital, Shanghai, China
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Wang T, Cai W, Wu Q, Chen D, Wang P, Xu Z. Exosomal lncRNA Nuclear Paraspeckle Assembly Transcript 1 (NEAT1)contributes to the progression of allergic rhinitis via modulating microRNA-511/Nuclear Receptor Subfamily 4 Group A Member 2 (NR4A2) axis. Bioengineered 2021; 12:8067-8079. [PMID: 34672863 PMCID: PMC8806616 DOI: 10.1080/21655979.2021.1982313] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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Allergic rhinitis (AR) is a common chronic disease characterized by inflammation of the nasal mucosa. Long non-coding RNA (LncRNA) has been reported to be involved in the pathogenesis of various diseases. However, the biological roles of lncRNA Nuclear Paraspeckle Assembly Transcript 1 (NEAT1) in AR are still unclear. The mRNA levels of NEAT1, miR-511, and Nuclear Receptor Subfamily 4 Group A Member 2 (NR4A2) were detected by RT-qPCR. The protein levels of exosomal markers were examined by western blot. ELISA was used to assess the levels of GM-CSF, eotaxin-1, and MUC5AC. The cell viability and apoptosis were evaluated by CCK-8 and TUNEL assays. In this study, we found that the NEAT1 level was highly expressed in AR and IL-13-treated HNECs. NEAT1 interference significantly suppressed levels of GM-CSF, eotaxin-1, and MUC5AC and apoptosis rate, but promoted the viability of IL-13-treated human nasal epithelial cells (HNECs). Moreover, exosomes containing NEAT1 induced inflammatory cytokine production and apoptosis, while NEAT1 depletion abrogated these effects. In addition, NEAT1 directly interacted with miR-511, and the inhibition of miR-511 partially restored the inhibitory effects of NEAT1 silencing on inflammatory cytokine, mucus production, and apoptosis in IL-13-stimulated HNECs. Furthermore, miR-511 could bind to the 3ʹUTR of NR4A2, and the inhibition of miR-511 increased levels of inflammatory factors and apoptosis rate, which was counteracted by depleting NR4A2. In conclusion, our data revealed that exosomal NEAT1 contributed to the pathogenesis of AR through the miR-511/NR4A2 axis. These findings might offer novel strategies for the prevention and treatment of AR.
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- Tao Wang
- Department of Otolaryngology Head & Neck Surgery, Shanghai Ninth People's Hospital, School of Medicine, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Otolaryngology Head & Neck Surgery, Shanghai Ninth People's Hospital, School of Medicine, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Otolaryngology Head & Neck Surgery, Shanghai Ninth People's Hospital, School of Medicine, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Otolaryngology Head & Neck Surgery, Shanghai Ninth People's Hospital, School of Medicine, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Otolaryngology Head & Neck Surgery, Shanghai Ninth People's Hospital, School of Medicine, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Otolaryngology Head & Neck Surgery, Shanghai Ninth People's Hospital, School of Medicine, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai, China
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Huang H, Xing D, Zhang Q, Li H, Lin J, He Z, Lin J. LncRNAs as a new regulator of chronic musculoskeletal disorder. Cell Prolif 2021; 54:e13113. [PMID: 34498342 PMCID: PMC8488571 DOI: 10.1111/cpr.13113] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/14/2021] [Revised: 06/15/2021] [Accepted: 07/30/2021] [Indexed: 01/15/2023] Open
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Objectives In recent years, long non‐coding RNAs (lncRNAs) have been found to play a role in the occurrence, progression and prognosis of chronic musculoskeletal disorders. Design and methods Literature exploring on PubMed was conducted using the combination of keywords 'LncRNA' and each of the following: 'osteoarthritis', 'rheumatoid arthritis', 'osteoporosis', 'osteogenesis', 'osteoclastogenesis', 'gout arthritis', 'Kashin‐Beck disease', 'ankylosing spondylitis', 'cervical spondylotic myelopathy', 'intervertebral disc degeneration', 'human muscle disease' and 'muscle hypertrophy and atrophy'. For each disorder, we focused on the publications in the last five years (5/1/2016‐2021/5/1, except for Kashin‐Beck disease). Finally, we excluded publications that had been reported in reviews of various musculoskeletal disorders during the last three years. Here, we summarized the progress of research on the role of lncRNA in multiple pathological processes during musculoskeletal disorders. Results LncRNAs play a crucial role in regulating downstream gene expression and maintaining function and homeostasis of cells, especially in chondrocytes, synovial cells, osteoblasts, osteoclasts and skeletal muscle cells. Conclusions Understanding the mechanisms of lncRNAs in musculoskeletal disorders may provide promising strategies for clinical practice.
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- Hesuyuan Huang
- Arthritis Clinic & Research Center, Peking University People's Hospital, Peking University, Beijing, China.,Arthritis Institute, Peking University, Beijing, China
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- Arthritis Clinic & Research Center, Peking University People's Hospital, Peking University, Beijing, China.,Arthritis Institute, Peking University, Beijing, China
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- Arthritis Clinic & Research Center, Peking University People's Hospital, Peking University, Beijing, China.,Arthritis Institute, Peking University, Beijing, China
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- Arthritis Clinic & Research Center, Peking University People's Hospital, Peking University, Beijing, China.,Arthritis Institute, Peking University, Beijing, China
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- Arthritis Clinic & Research Center, Peking University People's Hospital, Peking University, Beijing, China.,Arthritis Institute, Peking University, Beijing, China
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- Arthritis Clinic & Research Center, Peking University People's Hospital, Peking University, Beijing, China.,Arthritis Institute, Peking University, Beijing, China
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- Arthritis Clinic & Research Center, Peking University People's Hospital, Peking University, Beijing, China.,Arthritis Institute, Peking University, Beijing, China
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Li R, Yang W, Yin Y, Ma X, Zhang P, Tao K. 4-OI Attenuates Carbon Tetrachloride-Induced Hepatic Injury via Regulating Oxidative Stress and the Inflammatory Response. Front Pharmacol 2021; 12:651444. [PMID: 34113251 PMCID: PMC8185275 DOI: 10.3389/fphar.2021.651444] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/09/2021] [Accepted: 05/05/2021] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
Abstract
The liver is an important metabolic organ, and acute liver injury (ALI) is potentially lethal. Itaconate, a metabolic intermediate from the tricarboxylic acid cycle, showed emerging anti-oxidative and anti-inflammation properties, and an accumulating protective effect in multiple diseases, but its role in ALI still needs to be further explored. Here we established an ALI model induced by carbon tetrachloride in mice. Our results showed that 4-Octyl itaconate (OI), a derivate of itaconate, mitigated hepatic damage by improving liver function, reducing histopathological damage, and decreasing the death of hepatocytes. Additionally, OI decreased myeloperoxidase and thiobarbituric acid reactive substances (TBARS) levels in the ALI model. OI also inhibited the inflammatory response by reducing pro-inflammatory cytokine secretion (IL-6, TNF-α, IL-1β, and MCP-1) and infiltration of macrophages and neutrophils in the ALI model. However, administration of ML385, a specified Nrf2 inhibitor, eliminated the protective properties of OI in the CCl4-induced liver injury model by increasing hepatic damage and oxidative stress. Furthermore, OI increased the expression and nuclear translocation of Nrf2 and elevated the expression of heme oxygenase-1 and NAD(P)H quinone oxidoreductase 1, while knockdown of Nrf2 eliminated these effects in murine hepatocyte NCTC 1469 under CCl4 treatment. Moreover, we found that OI reduced serum High-mobility group box 1 (HMGB1) levels in CCl4-treated mice. Finally, OI inhibited nuclear translocation of factor-kappa B (NF-𝜅B) and inflammatory cytokine production in murine macrophages. In conclusion, these results indicated that OI ameliorated CCl4-induced ALI by mitigating oxidative stress and the inflammatory response. The possible mechanism was associated with the elevation of Nrf2 nuclear translocation and inhibition of HMGB1 mediated the nuclear translocation of NF-𝜅B.
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- Ruidong Li
- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China
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Wang B, Li J, Tian F. Downregulation of lncRNA SNHG14 attenuates osteoarthritis by inhibiting FSTL-1 mediated NLRP3 and TLR4/NF-κB pathway through miR-124-3p. Life Sci 2021; 270:119143. [PMID: 33539913 DOI: 10.1016/j.lfs.2021.119143] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/14/2020] [Revised: 01/12/2021] [Accepted: 01/27/2021] [Indexed: 12/28/2022]
Abstract
Osteoarthritis (OA) is the joint pain and dysfunction syndrome caused by severe joint degeneration. The overproduced inflammatory mediators contribute greatly to OA development. It is reported that long non-coding RNA (lncRNA) takes part in many inflammatory diseases. Here, we mainly explored the function of lncRNA SNHG14 in OA process and its specific mechanisms. An OA rat model was induced by destabilizing the medial meniscus (DMM) and IL-1β (5 ng/mL) was used to mediate an OA cell model in particular chondrocytes (AC). Gain- or loss-of functional assays of SNHG14 and miR-124-3p were carried out to explore their roles in OA development. The experimental statistics illustrated that lncRNA SNHG14 and IL-1β mRNA expression were both increased in OA tissues, while miR-124-3p was lowly-expressed. Linear regression analysis showed that SNHG14 and miR-124-3p had negative relationship in the OA tissues. In the in vitro experiments, downregulation of lncRNA SNHG14 promoted the proliferation of IL-1β-treated AC and inhibited cell apoptosis and COX-2, iNOS, TNF-α, IL-6 expression. Moreover, lncRNA SNHG14 inhibited miR-124-3p expression as a miRNA sponge. MiR-124-3p targeted the 3'non-translated region (3'UTR) of FSTL-1 and TLR4 and inhibited their expressions. Also, the in vivo experiments confirmed that knocking down SNHG14 relieved the progression of OA in rats via inhibiting inflammatory responses. In conclusion, this study confirmed that downregulation of lncRNA SNHG14 inhibits FSTL-1-mediated activation of NLRP3 and TLR4/NF-κB signalling pathway activation by targeting miR-124-3p, thus attenuating inflammatory reactions in OA.
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- Bin Wang
- Department of Orthopedics, Shengjing Hospital of China Medical University, Shenyang 110000, Liaoning, China
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- Ultrasonic Department, Shengjing Hospital of China Medical University, Shenyang 110000, Liaoning, China.
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- Department of Orthopedics, Shengjing Hospital of China Medical University, Shenyang 110000, Liaoning, China
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