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Wei X, Yang X. The novel role of activating receptor KIR2DS5 in preeclampsia. Int Immunopharmacol 2023; 125:111087. [PMID: 37864908 DOI: 10.1016/j.intimp.2023.111087] [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: 08/14/2023] [Revised: 10/02/2023] [Accepted: 10/15/2023] [Indexed: 10/23/2023]
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Preeclampsia (PE) is a serious complication of pregnancy. Decidual natural killer (dNK) cells were reported to participate in the remodeling of spiral arteries through producing a group of cytokines, including granulocyte-macrophage colony stimulating factor (GM-CSF). KIR2DS5 is an activating receptor of NK cells that specifically recognizes HLA-C2 on trophoblasts. Currently, there are no reports regarding the precise mechanism of KIR2DS5 in PE. This study included 30 PE patients and 30 healthy pregnant women. We found that the expressions of KIR2DS5 were significantly lower in PE deciduae compared to those of healthy pregnancies. By transfecting knockdown and overexpression lentivirus vectors of KIR2DS5 into dNK cells isolated from deciduae of early pregnancy, we altered the KIR2DS5 expression level in dNK cells. Then, these dNK cells and trophoblast cell lines were co-cultured as trophoblast-dNK cells. In the trophoblast-dNK cells, we examined the influence of KIR2DS5 on the biological manifestations of trophoblasts. As anticipated, overexpression of KIR2DS5 could facilitate cell proliferation, migration, and invasion. Furthermore, increased expression of KIR2DS5 inhibited cell apoptosis and enhanced the progression of cells from theG1 to theS stage. Further mechanistic study demonstrated a positive relationship between KIR2DS5 and GM-CSF in trophoblast-dNK cells. Accordingly, our observations indicated that a decrease in KIR2DS5 could reduce the expression of GM-CSF via the JAK2/STAT5 pathway, resulting in the failure of the activated signal to be transmitted to dNK cells and ultimately leading to the occurrence of PE. KIR2DS5 may be a new contributor for the prediction and diagnosis of PE.
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- Xiaoqi Wei
- Department of Obstetrics, The First Hospital of China Medical University, Shenyang 110000, China
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- Department of Obstetrics, The First Hospital of China Medical University, Shenyang 110000, China.
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Li Y, Ge J, Zhao X, Xu M, Gou M, Xie B, Huang J, Sun Q, Sun L, Bai X, Tan S, Wang X, Dong C. Cell autonomous expression of BCL6 is required to maintain lineage identity of mouse CCR6+ ILC3s. J Exp Med 2023; 220:213808. [PMID: 36651876 PMCID: PMC9856750 DOI: 10.1084/jem.20220440] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/11/2022] [Revised: 11/04/2022] [Accepted: 01/03/2023] [Indexed: 01/19/2023] Open
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Innate lymphoid cells (ILC) are similar to T helper (Th) cells in expression of cytokines and transcription factors. For example, RORγt is the lineage-specific transcription factor for both ILC3 and Th17 cells. However, the ILC counterpart for BCL6-expressing T follicular helper (Tfh) cells has not been defined. Here, we report that in the ILC compartment, BCL6 is selectively co-expressed with not only CXCR5 but also RORγt and CCR6 in ILC3 from multiple tissues. BCL6-deficient ILC3 produces enhanced levels of IL-17A and IL-22. More importantly, phenotypic and single-cell ATAC-seq analysis show that absence of BCL6 in mature ILC3 increases the numbers of ILC1 and transitional cells co-expressing ILC3 and ILC1 marker genes. A lineage-tracing experiment further reveals BCL6+ ILC3 to ILC1 trans-differentiation under steady state. Finally, microbiota promote BCL6 expression in colonic CCR6+ ILC3 and thus reinforce their stability. Collectively, our data have demonstrated that CCR6+ ILC3 have both Th17 and Tfh programs and that BCL6 expression in these cells functions to maintain their lineage identity.
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- Yuling Li
- Institute for Immunology and School of Medicine, Tsinghua University, Beijing, China,Tsinghua University-Peking University Center for Life Sciences, Tsinghua University, Beijing, China
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- Shanghai Immune Therapy Institute, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine-Affiliated Renji Hospital, Shanghai, China
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- Institute for Immunology and School of Medicine, Tsinghua University, Beijing, China
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- Broad institute of MIT and Harvard, Cambridge, MA, USA
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- Shanghai Immune Therapy Institute, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine-Affiliated Renji Hospital, Shanghai, China
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- Institute for Immunology and School of Medicine, Tsinghua University, Beijing, China
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- Institute for Immunology and School of Medicine, Tsinghua University, Beijing, China
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- Institute for Immunology and School of Medicine, Tsinghua University, Beijing, China
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- Shanghai Immune Therapy Institute, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine-Affiliated Renji Hospital, Shanghai, China
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- Institute for Immunology and School of Medicine, Tsinghua University, Beijing, China
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- Institute for Immunology and School of Medicine, Tsinghua University, Beijing, China
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- Institute for Immunology and School of Medicine, Tsinghua University, Beijing, China
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- Institute for Immunology and School of Medicine, Tsinghua University, Beijing, China,Tsinghua University-Peking University Center for Life Sciences, Tsinghua University, Beijing, China,Shanghai Immune Therapy Institute, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine-Affiliated Renji Hospital, Shanghai, China,Research Unit of Immune Regulation and Immune Diseases of Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine-Affiliated Renji Hospital, Shanghai, China,Correspondence to Chen Dong:
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Wu Y, Liu Y, Wang X, Liu H, Wu G, Yang L, Guan L, Huang Q, Zeng X, Yang P. Substance P promotes immunotherapy efficacy for airway allergy. World Allergy Organ J 2022; 16:100730. [PMID: 36601262 PMCID: PMC9791926 DOI: 10.1016/j.waojou.2022.100730] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/13/2022] [Revised: 11/14/2022] [Accepted: 11/22/2022] [Indexed: 12/23/2022] Open
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Background Allergen-specific immunotherapy (AIT) has been employed in the treatment of allergic diseases for many years. However, the effectiveness of AIT requires improvement. Substance P (SP) can interact with immune cells, modulate immune cell activity, and regulate immune reaction. The purpose of this study is to use SP as an immune regulator to enhance the therapeutic efficacy of AIT. Methods An established mouse model of the airway allergy disorder (AAD) was employed with ovalbumin as a specific antigen. The AAD response was evaluated through established procedures. AAD mice were treated with AIT employing SP as an immune regulator. Dendritic cells were isolated from the airway tissues by magnetic cell sorting, and were analyzed by RNA sequencing (RNAseq). Results We observed that after sensitization with ovalbumin, mice exhibited AAD-like symptoms, serum specific IgE, and Th2 polarization. The presence of SP in the course of sensitization prevented the development of AAD. Treating mice with SP by nasal instillations induced IL-10, but not TGF-β, in dendritic cells of the airway tissues. The most differentially expressed genes (DEG) in the dendritic cells were those related to the IL-10 expression, including Il10, Tac1r, and Mtor. The gene ontology analysis showed that these DEGs mainly mapped to the tachykinin-PI3K-AKT-mTOR pathway. The addition of SP substantially enhanced the therapeutic efficacy of AIT for AAD by inducing antigen specific type 1 regulatory T cells (Tr1 cells). Conclusion Acting as an immune regulator, SP promotes the therapeutic efficacy for AAD by inducing antigen specific Tr1 cells in the airway tissues.
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- Yongjin Wu
- Department of Allergy, Longgang ENT Hospital, Shenzhen Key Laboratory of ENT & Shenzhen ENT Institute, Shenzhen, China
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- Departments of Respirology and Allergy, Third Affiliated Hospital, Shenzhen University, Shenzhen, China
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- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Regional Immunity and Diseases, Shenzhen, China,Institute of Allergy & Immunology, Shenzhen University School of Medicine, Shenzhen, China,State Key Laboratory of Respiratory Diseases Shenzhen University Division, Shenzhen, China,Shenzhen Municipal Key Laboratory of Allergy & Immunology, Shenzhen, China,Guangdong Provincial Center for Standardized Allergen Engineering, Shenzhen, China
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- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Regional Immunity and Diseases, Shenzhen, China,Institute of Allergy & Immunology, Shenzhen University School of Medicine, Shenzhen, China,State Key Laboratory of Respiratory Diseases Shenzhen University Division, Shenzhen, China,Shenzhen Municipal Key Laboratory of Allergy & Immunology, Shenzhen, China,Guangdong Provincial Center for Standardized Allergen Engineering, Shenzhen, China
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- Departments of Respirology and Allergy, Third Affiliated Hospital, Shenzhen University, Shenzhen, China
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- Departments of Respirology and Allergy, Third Affiliated Hospital, Shenzhen University, Shenzhen, China
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- Departments of Respirology and Allergy, Third Affiliated Hospital, Shenzhen University, Shenzhen, China
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- Departments of Respirology and Allergy, Third Affiliated Hospital, Shenzhen University, Shenzhen, China,Corresponding author.
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- Department of Allergy, Longgang ENT Hospital, Shenzhen Key Laboratory of ENT & Shenzhen ENT Institute, Shenzhen, China,Corresponding author. Department of Otolaryngology, Longgang E.N.T Hospital, Shenzhen, China.
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- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Regional Immunity and Diseases, Shenzhen, China,Institute of Allergy & Immunology, Shenzhen University School of Medicine, Shenzhen, China,State Key Laboratory of Respiratory Diseases Shenzhen University Division, Shenzhen, China,Shenzhen Municipal Key Laboratory of Allergy & Immunology, Shenzhen, China,Guangdong Provincial Center for Standardized Allergen Engineering, Shenzhen, China,Corresponding author. Room A7-509, 1066 Xueyuan Blvd, Shenzhen, 518055, China.
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Moniruzzaman M, Maiti AK, Chakraborty SB, Saha I, Saha NC. Melatonin ameliorates lipopolysaccharide induced brain inflammation through modulation of oxidative status and diminution of cytokine rush in Danio rerio. ENVIRONMENTAL TOXICOLOGY AND PHARMACOLOGY 2022; 96:103983. [PMID: 36182043 DOI: 10.1016/j.etap.2022.103983] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/05/2022] [Revised: 09/26/2022] [Accepted: 09/27/2022] [Indexed: 06/16/2023]
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Lipopolysaccharide (LPS) is known to induce inflammation and immunonomodulation in a piscine model of Danio rerio. Present study aimed to explore the ability of melatonin in attenuating LPS-induced oxidative damages using this model. In LPS-exposed fish, activation of stress marker MDA was observed in brain with corresponding augmentation of multiple pro-inflammatory cytokines (IL1β, IL6, IL10 and TNFα). In addition, it also showed marked increase in the levels of heat shock factor (HSF) and heat shock proteins (HSPs) in association with transcription factors (NF-kB and NRF2) and mitogen-activated protein kinases (MAPKs). The changes in the levels of these mediators are highly correlated with the induction of pro-inflammatory cytokines. In melatonin-treated fishes, significant amelioration of oxidative stress was observed with reduced levels of MDA and pro-inflammatory cytokines. Melatonin also modulated expression of HSPs that facilitated the brain to overcome inflammation-induced stress by directly initiating NFkB/NRF2 translocation. In summary, melatonin effectively functions to reduce stress induced inflammatory signalling through modulation of oxidative stress and protects the brain from the neuropathological insult.
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- Department of Zoology, University of North Bengal, Darjeeling 734013, India
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- Department of Physiology, Medical College and Hospital, Kolkata, India
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- Fisheries and Ecotoxicology Research Laboratory Vice Chancellor's Research Group, Department of Zoology, The University of Burdwan, Purba bardhaman, Burdwan 713104, West Bengal, India.
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Leukotriene Receptor Antagonist, Montelukast Ameliorates L-NAME-Induced Pre-eclampsia in Rats through Suppressing the IL-6/Jak2/STAT3 Signaling Pathway. Pharmaceuticals (Basel) 2022; 15:ph15080914. [PMID: 35893738 PMCID: PMC9332684 DOI: 10.3390/ph15080914] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/05/2022] [Accepted: 07/19/2022] [Indexed: 12/15/2022] Open
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Aims: To investigate the potential protective role of montelukast (Mont) in the pre-eclampsia rat model induced by L-NG-Nitro arginine methyl ester (L-NAME). Methods and materials: Thirty-two pregnant female albino Wistar rats were assigned to four groups: the control group: pregnant rats received vehicles; the Mont group: pregnant rats received Mont (10 mg/kg/day, p.o.) from the 6th to the 18th day of gestation; the L-NAME group: pregnant rats received L-NAME (50 mg/kg/day, i.p.) from the 9th to the 18th day of gestation; the Mont/L-NAME group: pregnant rats received Mont (10 mg/kg/day, p.o.) from the 6th to the 18th day of gestation and L-NAME (50 mg/kg/day, i.p.) from the 9th to the 18th day of gestation. Placental, hepatic, and renal malondialdehyde (MDA), total nitrites (NOx), interleukin 6 (IL-6), and tumor necrosis factor (TNF)-α were determined. Serum alanine transaminase (ALT), aspartate transaminase (AST), creatinine, urea, 24-h urinary protein, and the placental growth factor (PGF) were measured. Histopathological examinations of the placental, hepatic, and renal tissues were also performed. In addition, placental, hepatic, and renal Janus kinase 2 (Jak2) and signal transducer and activator of transcription 3 (STAT3) immunoblotting were performed. Key findings: Mont improves oxidative stress, IL-6, TNF-α, ALT, AST, creatinine, urea, 24-h urinary protein, PGF, Jak2, and STAT3 which were all affected by L-NAME. Moreover, the histopathological assessment indicated that Mont restored the normal architecture that was markedly disturbed by L-NAME. Significance: Mont exerted the biochemical and histopathological amelioration of L-NAME-caused pre-eclampsia through its anti-inflammatory, anti-oxidant function and suppression of the IL-6/Jak2/STAT3 signaling pathway.
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Shi H, Deng X, Deng Q, Liu Z, Liu N. Probiotic Lactobacilli Improved Growth Performance and Attenuated Salmonella Typhimurium Infection Via Jak/Stat Signaling in Broilers. BRAZILIAN JOURNAL OF POULTRY SCIENCE 2021. [DOI: 10.1590/1806-9061-2020-1328] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/22/2023]
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- H Shi
- Henan University of Science and Technology, China; University of Georgia, USA
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- National Engineering Research Center of Biological Feed, China
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- Henan University of Science and Technology, China
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- Henan University of Science and Technology, China
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- Henan University of Science and Technology, China; National Engineering Research Center of Biological Feed, China
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Dong M, Wang X, L T, Wang J, Yang Y, Liu Y, Jing Y, Zhao H, Chen J. Mir-27a-3p attenuates bronchiolitis obliterans in vivo via the regulation of dendritic cells' maturation and the suppression of myofibroblasts' differentiation. Clin Transl Med 2020; 10:e140. [PMID: 32898329 PMCID: PMC7423186 DOI: 10.1002/ctm2.140] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/05/2020] [Revised: 07/16/2020] [Accepted: 07/17/2020] [Indexed: 01/02/2023] Open
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Bronchiolitis obliterans (BO), is a chronic rejection phenotype characterized by chronic small airway fibrous obliteration, hinders the patients who suffer from lung transplanting for surviving longer. Cell-based therapies using dendritic cells (DCs) and T regulatory cells (Tregs) have been developed to regulate allograft rejection, and to induce and maintain immune tolerance. In the present study, the effects of mir-27a-3p on regulating DCs as well as resulting effects on BO attenuation have been investigated. According to our reporter assays, the potential targets of mir-27a-3p were Smad2, sprouty2, and Smad4, respectively. Furthermore, sprouty2 inhibition by mir-27-3p indirectly activated extracellular regulated protein kinases (ERK) and increased IL-10 production in DCs. This led to a positive feedback loop that maintained the immature state of DCs via IL-10/JAK/STAT3 pathway, and caused an increase in Foxp3+ CD4+ T cells amount as well as TGF-β level. Furthermore, mir-27a-3p regulated TGF-β function, inhibited TGF-β/Smad pathway, and suppressed myofibroblast differentiation through influencing the function of Smad2 and Smad4. In short, the study indicated the effect of mir-27a-3p on suppressing DC maturation, which implicated the potential clinical application in treating postlung transplant BO.
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- Ming Dong
- Department of Lung Cancer Surgery, Tianjin Medical University General Hospital, Tianjin, P. R. China
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Tianjin Children's Hospital, Tianjin, P. R. China
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- Department of Lung Cancer Surgery, Tianjin Medical University General Hospital, Tianjin, P. R. China
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- Tianjin Key Laboratory of Lung Cancer Metastasis and Tumor Microenvironment, Tianjin Lung Cancer Institute, Tianjin Medical University General Hospital, Tianjin, P. R. China
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- School of Basic Medical Sciences, Tianjin Medical University, Tianjin, P. R. China
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- School of Basic Medical Sciences, Tianjin Medical University, Tianjin, P. R. China
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- School of Basic Medical Sciences, Tianjin Medical University, Tianjin, P. R. China
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- Department of Lung Cancer Surgery, Tianjin Medical University General Hospital, Tianjin, P. R. China
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- Department of Lung Cancer Surgery, Tianjin Medical University General Hospital, Tianjin, P. R. China
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Biswas S, Keightley A, Biswas I. Ribosomal protein L4 of Lactobacillus rhamnosus LRB alters resistance to macrolides and other antibiotics. Mol Oral Microbiol 2020; 35:106-119. [PMID: 32022979 DOI: 10.1111/omi.12281] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/03/2019] [Revised: 01/23/2020] [Accepted: 02/03/2020] [Indexed: 01/09/2023]
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Lactobacillus rhamnosus is an important lactic acid bacterium that is predominantly used as a probiotic supplement. This bacterium secretes immunomodulatory and antibacterial peptides that are necessary for the probiotic trait. This organism also occupies diverse ecological niches, such as gastrointestinal tracts and the oral cavity. Several studies have shown that L. rhamnosus is prone to spontaneous genome rearrangement irrespective of the ecological origins. We previously characterized an oral isolate of L. rhamnosus, LRB, which is genetically closely related to the widely used probiotic strain L. rhamnosus LGG. In this study, we isolated a nontargeted mutant that was particularly sensitive to acid stress. Using next generation sequencing, we further mapped the putative mutations in the genome and found that the mutant had acquired a deletion of 75 base pairs in the rplD gene that encodes the large ribosomal subunit L4. The mutant had a growth defect at 37°C and at ambient temperature. Further antibiotic sensitivity analyses indicated that the mutant is relatively more resistant to erythromycin and chloramphenicol; two antibiotics that target the 50S subunit. In contrast, the mutant was more sensitive to tetracycline, which targets the 30S subunit. Thus, it appears that nontargeted mutations could significantly alter the antibiotic resistance profile of L. rhamnosus. Our study raises concern that probiotic use of L. rhamnosus should be carefully monitored to avoid unintended consequences.
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- Saswati Biswas
- Department of Microbiology, Molecular Genetics and Immunology, University of Kansas Medical Center, Kansas City, KS, USA
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- Mass Spectrometry and Proteomics, UMKC School of Biological Sciences, Kansas City, MO, USA
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- Department of Microbiology, Molecular Genetics and Immunology, University of Kansas Medical Center, Kansas City, KS, USA
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Neurocognitive and social-communicative function of children born very preterm at 10 years of age: Associations with microorganisms recovered from the placenta parenchyma. J Perinatol 2020; 40:306-315. [PMID: 31624322 PMCID: PMC6985019 DOI: 10.1038/s41372-019-0505-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/03/2019] [Revised: 07/18/2019] [Accepted: 08/01/2019] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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OBJECTIVE Infection of the placenta has been associated with preterm birth as well as neurocognitive impairment. This study aimed to determine whether specific bacterial species in the placenta of extremely preterm pregnancies are associated with neurological deficits later in life. STUDY DESIGN Using data from 807 children in the ELGAN study the risks of a low score on six neurological assessments in relation to 15 different microbes were quantified with odds ratios. RESULTS The presence of certain microbial species in the placenta was associated with lower scores on numerical and oral language assessments. Lactobacillus sp. was associated with decreased risk of a low oral language score and a composite measure of IQ and executive function. CONCLUSION Placental microorganisms were associated with neurocognitive, but not social-communicative, outcomes at age 10. In contrast, the presence of the anti-inflammatory Lactobacillus sp. in the placenta was associated with a lower risk of impaired neurocognitive functions.
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Microorganisms in the Placenta: Links to Early-Life Inflammation and Neurodevelopment in Children. Clin Microbiol Rev 2019; 32:32/3/e00103-18. [PMID: 31043389 DOI: 10.1128/cmr.00103-18] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/12/2023] Open
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Prenatal exposure to various stressors can influence both early and later life childhood health. Microbial infection of the intrauterine environment, specifically within the placenta, has been associated with deleterious birth outcomes, such as preterm birth, as well as adverse neurological outcomes later in life. The relationships among microorganisms in the placenta, placental function, and fetal development are not well understood. Microorganisms have been associated with perinatal inflammatory responses that have the potential for disrupting fetal brain development. Microbial presence has also been associated with epigenetic modifications in the placenta, as well other tissues. Here we review research detailing the presence of microorganisms in the placenta and associations among such microorganisms, placental DNA methylation, perinatal inflammation, and neurodevelopmental outcomes.
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Protective Effect of Methane-Rich Saline on Acetic Acid-Induced Ulcerative Colitis via Blocking the TLR4/NF- κB/MAPK Pathway and Promoting IL-10/JAK1/STAT3-Mediated Anti-inflammatory Response. OXIDATIVE MEDICINE AND CELLULAR LONGEVITY 2019; 2019:7850324. [PMID: 31182999 PMCID: PMC6512011 DOI: 10.1155/2019/7850324] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/02/2019] [Revised: 03/22/2019] [Accepted: 03/28/2019] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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Ulcerative colitis (UC) is an inflammation-related disease involved in uncontrolled inflammation and oxidative stress and is characterized by high recurrence and relapse risk. As a rising star in gas medicine, methane owns the properties of anti-inflammation, antioxidation, and antiapoptosis. Based on the possible mechanism, we aimed to investigate the effect of methane on UC. Methane-rich saline (MRS) was introduced here, and UC was induced by acetic acid. All the C57BL/6 mice were allocated into groups as follows: control group, colitis model group, colitis treated with salazosulfapyridine (SASP) group, and colitis treated with MRS (1 or 10 ml/kg) groups. Tissue damage, the degree of inflammation, oxidative stress, and apoptosis were evaluated in the study, as well as the TLR4/NF-κB/MAPK and IL-10/JAK1/STAT3 signaling pathways for further exploration of the potential mechanism. The results showed that MRS (1) alleviated tissue damage caused by acetic acid, (2) controlled acetic acid-induced inflammation, (3) inhibited acetic acid-caused oxidative stress, (4) reduced colonic cell apoptosis due to acetic acid, (5) suppressed the TLR-4/NF-κB/MAPK signaling pathway, and (6) activated IL-10/JAK1/STAT3 anti-inflammatory response to improve the injury induced by acetic acid. We conclude that MRS has a protective effect on acetic acid-induced ulcerative colitis in mice via blocking the TLR4/NF-κB/MAPK signaling pathway and promoting the IL-10/JAK1/STAT3-mediated anti-inflammatory response.
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Probiotic Lactobacillus rhamnosus GR-1 is a unique prophylactic agent that suppresses infection-induced myometrial cell responses. Sci Rep 2019; 9:4698. [PMID: 30886179 PMCID: PMC6423128 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-019-41133-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/19/2018] [Accepted: 02/27/2019] [Indexed: 01/08/2023] Open
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Preterm birth (PTB) is a multifactorial syndrome affecting millions of neonates worldwide. Intrauterine infection can induce PTB through the secretion of pro-inflammatory cytokines and untimely activation of uterine contractions. In pregnant mice, prophylactic administration of probiotic Lactobacillus rhamnosus GR-1 supernatant (GR1SN) prevented lipopolysaccharide (LPS)-induced PTB and reduced cytokine expression in the uterine muscle (myometrium). In this study we sought to delineate the mechanisms by which GR1SN suppressed cytokine secretion in the myometrium. We observed that L. rhamnosus GR-1 uniquely secretes heat-resistant but trypsin-sensitive factors, which significantly suppressed LPS-induced secretion of pro-inflammatory cytokines IL-6, IL-8, and MCP-1 in the human myometrial cell line, hTERT-HM. This effect was unique to GR1SN and could not be replicated using supernatant derived from non-GR-1 commensal lactobacilli species: L. rhamnosus GG, L. lactis, L. casei, or L. reuteri RC-14. Furthermore, pre-incubation of hTERT-HM cells with low-dose Pam3CSK (a TLR1/2 synthetic agonist which mimics LPS action) prior to LPS administration also significantly decreased LPS-induced cytokine secretion. This study highlights the distinct capacity of protein-like moieties secreted by L. rhamnosus GR-1 to inhibit pro-inflammatory cytokine production by human myometrial cells, potentially through a TLR1/2-mediated mechanism.
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Gorreja F. Gene expression changes as predictors of the immune-modulatory effects of probiotics: Towards a better understanding of strain-disease specific interactions. NFS JOURNAL 2019. [DOI: 10.1016/j.nfs.2019.02.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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Koscik RJE, Reid G, Kim SO, Li W, Challis JRG, Bocking AD. Effect ofLactobacillus rhamnosusGR-1 Supernatant on Cytokine and Chemokine Output From Human Amnion Cells Treated With Lipoteichoic Acid and Lipopolysaccharide. Reprod Sci 2017; 25:239-245. [DOI: 10.1177/1933719117711259] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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- Rebecca J. E. Koscik
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
- Department of Physiology, University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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- Lawson Research Institute, University of Western Ontario, London, Ontario, Canada
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- Department of Microbiology and Immunology, Western University, London, Ontario, Canada
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
- Department of Physiology, University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
- Department of Medicine, University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
- Department of Physiology, University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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Sun Y, Jin X, Liu X, Zhang M, Liu W, Li Z, Han N, Tan M, Chi D, Zhu J, Zhang B, Yu B, Wu J. MicroRNA let-7i regulates dendritic cells maturation targeting interleukin-10 via the Janus kinase 1-signal transducer and activator of transcription 3 signal pathway subsequently induces prolonged cardiac allograft survival in rats. J Heart Lung Transplant 2015; 35:378-388. [PMID: 26755202 DOI: 10.1016/j.healun.2015.10.041] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/02/2015] [Revised: 09/25/2015] [Accepted: 10/31/2015] [Indexed: 01/12/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND In this study, we investig1ated whether microRNA let-7i regulates dendric cell maturation targeting interleukin-10 (IL-10) via the Janus kinase 1-signal transducer and activator of transcription 3 (JAK1-STAT3) signal pathway subsequently prolongs rat cardiac allograft survival. METHODS Quantitative real-time reverse transcriptase polymerase chain reaction, enzyme linked immunosorbent assay, and dual-luciferase assay were performed to verify whether IL-10 was the target of let-7i, and regulatory T cells were assessed by flow cytometry and immunohistochemical study. Western blot was performed to detect JAK1, STAT3, and phosphorylated STAT3 expression. Lewis recipients of Dark Agouti hearts were transfused with phosphate-buffered saline, lipopolysaccharide (LPS)-mature dendritic cells (mDCs), or let-7i-inhibitor-mDCs. Allograft survival times were recorded, and histologic studies were performed. RESULTS Expression of IL-10 messenger RNA level and production of IL-10 were increased in let-7i-inhibitor-mDCs compared with LPS-mDCs. Luciferase activity showed that the translational level of the IL-10 luciferase reporter was decreased by let-7i mimic but increased by let-7i-inhibitor. MicroRNA let-7i inhibitor suppressed DC maturation; however, pretreatment of IL-10 small interfering RNA attenuated the suppression. Expression of JAK1, STAT3, and phosphorylated STAT3 in mDCs were suppressed by let-7i mimic, and pre-treatment of IL-10 small interfering RNA, however, were upregulated by let-7i inhibitor. Lewis recipients transfused with let-7i-inhibitor-mDCs significantly prolonged Dark Agouti cardiac allograft survival. The allografts transfused with let-7i-inhibitor-mDCs showed slight cell infiltration and significantly preserved graft structure. Inhibition of let-7i increased CD4(+)CD25(+)forkhead box P3(+) regulatory T cells and modulated cytokine profiles in vivo and in vitro. CONCLUSIONS MicroRNA let-7i regulated DC maturation and function targeting IL-10 through the JAK1-STAT3 pathway. Moreover, transfusion of LPS-induced mDCs transfected with let-7i inhibitor induced prolonged cardiac allograft survival and generated regulatory T cells.
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- Yong Sun
- Key Laboratory of Myocardial Ischemia, Chinese Ministry of Education, Harbin, China; Department of Cardiology, the Second Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University, Harbin, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, the Third Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University, Harbin, China
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- Key Laboratory of Myocardial Ischemia, Chinese Ministry of Education, Harbin, China; Department of Cardiology, the Second Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University, Harbin, China
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- Key Laboratory of Myocardial Ischemia, Chinese Ministry of Education, Harbin, China; Department of Cardiology, the Second Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University, Harbin, China
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- Key Laboratory of Myocardial Ischemia, Chinese Ministry of Education, Harbin, China; Department of Cardiology, the Second Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University, Harbin, China
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- Department of Cardiology, the Second Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University, Harbin, China
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- Department of Cardiology, the Second Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University, Harbin, China
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- Department of Cardiology, the First Hospital of Fangshan District, Beijing, China
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- Key Laboratory of Myocardial Ischemia, Chinese Ministry of Education, Harbin, China; Department of Cardiology, the Second Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University, Harbin, China
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- Department of Cardiology, the Second Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University, Harbin, China
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- Department of Cardiology, the Second Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University, Harbin, China
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- Key Laboratory of Myocardial Ischemia, Chinese Ministry of Education, Harbin, China; Department of Cardiology, the Second Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University, Harbin, China
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- Key Laboratory of Myocardial Ischemia, Chinese Ministry of Education, Harbin, China; Department of Cardiology, the Second Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University, Harbin, China.
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Meshkibaf S, Fritz J, Gottschalk M, Kim SO. Preferential production of G-CSF by a protein-like Lactobacillus rhamnosus GR-1 secretory factor through activating TLR2-dependent signaling events without activation of JNKs. BMC Microbiol 2015; 15:238. [PMID: 26502905 PMCID: PMC4623291 DOI: 10.1186/s12866-015-0578-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/11/2015] [Accepted: 10/19/2015] [Indexed: 02/07/2023] Open
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Background Different species and strains of probiotic bacteria confer distinct immunological responses on immune cells. Lactobacillus rhamnosus GR-1 (GR-1) is a probiotic bacterial strain found in both the intestinal and urogenital tracts, and has immunomodulatory effects on several cell types including macrophages. However, detailed immunological responses and the signaling mechanism involved in the response are largely unknown. Results We examined the production of GR-1-induced cytokines/chemokines and signaling events in macrophages. Among 84 cytokines and chemokines examined, GR-1 discretely induced granulocyte colony-stimulating factor (G-CSF) mRNA at highest levels (>60-fold) without inducing other cytokines such as IL-1α, IL-1β, IL-6 and TNF-α (<5-fold). The toll-like receptor (TLR) 2/6-agonist PAM2CSK4, TLR2/1-agonist PAM3CSK4 and TLR4-agonist lipopolysaccharide induced all of these inflammatory cytokines at high levels (>50-fold). The TLR2 ligand lipoteichoic acid activated all mitogen-activated kinases, Akt and NF-κB; whereas, GR-1 selectively activated extracellular regulated kinases and p38, NF-κB and Akt, but not c-Jun N-terminal kinases (JNKs) in a TLR2-dependent manner. Using specific inhibitors, we demonstrated that lack of JNKs activation by GR-1 caused inefficient production of pro-inflammatory cytokines but not G-CSF production. A secreted heat-labile protein-like molecule, 30–100 kDa in size, induced the preferential production of G-CSF. Conclusion This study elucidated unique signaling events triggered by GR-1, resulting in selective production of the immunomodulatory cytokine G-CSF in macrophages. Electronic supplementary material The online version of this article (doi:10.1186/s12866-015-0578-2) contains supplementary material, which is available to authorized users.
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- Shahab Meshkibaf
- Department of Microbiology and Immunology and Infectious Diseases Research Group, Siebens-Drake Research Institute, Western University, London, ON, N6G 2 V4, Canada. .,Center for Human Immunology, Western University, London, ON, N6G 2 V4, Canada.
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- Department of Microbiology, McGill University, Montreal, QC, H3G 0B1, Canada.
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- Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Montreal, St-Hyacinthe, QC, J2S 2 M2, Canada.
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- Department of Microbiology and Immunology and Infectious Diseases Research Group, Siebens-Drake Research Institute, Western University, London, ON, N6G 2 V4, Canada. .,Center for Human Immunology, Western University, London, ON, N6G 2 V4, Canada.
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Acharya AB, Thakur S, Muddapur MV. Evaluation of serum interleukin-10 levels as a predictor of glycemic alteration in chronic periodontitis and type 2 diabetes mellitus. J Indian Soc Periodontol 2015; 19:388-92. [PMID: 26392685 PMCID: PMC4555794 DOI: 10.4103/0972-124x.150876] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/30/2014] [Accepted: 12/24/2014] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
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Aim: Chronic periodontal disease (CPD) and type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) share common pathogenic pathways. This study aimed to estimate levels of serum interleukin (IL-10), an anti-inflammatory cytokine also associated with T2DM and evaluate its association with hyperglycemia. Materials and Methods: This investigation involved sixty participants divided into four groups comprising 15 participants each: Group 1 (healthy controls), Group 2 (CPD patients), Group 3 (T2DM patients with CPD) and Group 4 (T2DM patients). Plaque index, gingival index, probing pocket depths (PPD), clinical attachment loss, bleeding on probing, random blood sugar, glycosylated hemoglobin (HbA1c), and serum IL-10 was measured. Results: Interleukin-10 was detected in all four groups. Statistically significant (P < 0.05) differences were observed in most of the variables in all groups. IL-10 correlated significantly with PPD in Group 1 and with HbA1c in Group 4. IL-10 regressed with PPD in Group 1 and with HbA1c in Group 4. IL-10 levels were lower in Group 3 when compared with Group 4 and was lowest in Group 2. Conclusion: Low IL-10 levels associated with high HbA1c. Pathogenic mechanisms of CPD seem to regulate IL-10. Serum IL-10 levels may be one of the predictors of glycemia.
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- Department of Periodontics, S.D.M. College of Dental Sciences and Hospital, Dharwad, Karnataka, India
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Nader-Macías MEF, Juárez Tomás MS. Profiles and technological requirements of urogenital probiotics. Adv Drug Deliv Rev 2015; 92:84-104. [PMID: 25858665 DOI: 10.1016/j.addr.2015.03.016] [Citation(s) in RCA: 29] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/01/2014] [Revised: 02/20/2015] [Accepted: 03/27/2015] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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Probiotics, defined as live microorganisms that, when administered in adequate amounts, confer a health benefit on the host, are considered a valid and novel alternative for the prevention and treatment of female urogenital tract infections. Lactobacilli, the predominant microorganisms of the healthy human vaginal microbiome, can be included as active pharmaceutical ingredients in probiotics products. Several requirements must be considered or criteria fulfilled during the development of a probiotic product or formula for the female urogenital tract. This review deals with the main selection criteria for urogenital probiotic microorganisms: host specificity, potential beneficial properties, functional specifications, technological characteristics and clinical trials used to test their effect on certain physiological and pathological conditions. Further studies are required to complement the current knowledge and support the clinical applications of probiotics in the urogenital tract. This therapy will allow the restoration of the ecological equilibrium of the urogenital tract microbiome as well as the recovery of the sexual and reproductive health of women.
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IMMUNOMODULATORY PROPERTIES OF THE HUMAN INTESTINAL MICROBIOTA AND PROSPECTS FOR THE USE OF PROBIOTICS FOR PROPHYLAXIS AND CORRECTION OF INFLAMMATORY PROCESSES. BIOTECHNOLOGIA ACTA 2015. [DOI: 10.15407/biotech8.03.028] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Yang S, Reid G, Challis JRG, Kim SO, Gloor GB, Bocking AD. Is there a role for probiotics in the prevention of preterm birth? Front Immunol 2015; 6:62. [PMID: 25741339 PMCID: PMC4330906 DOI: 10.3389/fimmu.2015.00062] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/05/2014] [Accepted: 02/01/2015] [Indexed: 01/12/2023] Open
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Preterm birth (PTB) continues to be a global health challenge. An over-production of inflammatory cytokines and chemokines, as well as an altered maternal vaginal microbiome has been implicated in the pathogenesis of inflammation/infection-associated PTB. Lactobacillus represents the dominant species in the vagina of most healthy pregnant women. The depletion of Lactobacillus in women with bacterial vaginosis (BV) has been associated with an increased risk of PTB. It remains unknown at what point an aberrant vaginal microbiome composition specifically induces the cascade leading to PTB. The ability of oral or vaginal lactobacilli probiotics to reduce BV occurrence and/or dampen inflammation is being considered as a means to prevent PTB. Certain anti-inflammatory properties of lactobacilli suggest potential mechanisms. To date, clinical studies have not been powered with sufficiently high rates of PTB, but overall, there is merit in examining this promising area of clinical science.
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- Siwen Yang
- Department of Physiology, Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Toronto , Toronto, ON , Canada ; Lunenfeld Tanenbaum Research Institute, Mount Sinai Hospital , Toronto, ON , Canada
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- Department of Microbiology and Immunology, Western University , London, ON , Canada ; Lawson Health Research Institute , London, ON , Canada
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- Department of Physiology, Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Toronto , Toronto, ON , Canada ; Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, The University of Western Australia , Perth, WA , Australia
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- Department of Microbiology and Immunology, Western University , London, ON , Canada ; Lawson Health Research Institute , London, ON , Canada
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- Department of Biochemistry, Western University , London, ON , Canada
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- Department of Physiology, Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Toronto , Toronto, ON , Canada ; Lunenfeld Tanenbaum Research Institute, Mount Sinai Hospital , Toronto, ON , Canada
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Barbosa BF, Lopes-Maria JB, Gomes AO, Angeloni MB, Castro AS, Franco PS, Fermino ML, Roque-Barreira MC, Ietta F, Martins-Filho OA, Silva DAO, Mineo JR, Ferro EAV. IL10, TGF beta1, and IFN gamma modulate intracellular signaling pathways and cytokine production to control Toxoplasma gondii infection in BeWo trophoblast cells. Biol Reprod 2015; 92:82. [PMID: 25673564 DOI: 10.1095/biolreprod.114.124115] [Citation(s) in RCA: 33] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/15/2023] Open
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Considering that interleukin 10 (IL10), transforming growth factor beta1 (TGFB1), and interferon gamma (IFNG) are involved in the susceptibility of BeWo trophoblast cells to Toxoplasma gondii infection, the aim of the present study was to investigate the effector mechanisms triggered by these cytokines in the control of T. gondii in BeWo cells. For this purpose, infected/uninfected BeWo cells were treated with IL10, TGFB1 (50 ng/ml), and IFNG (20 or 100 ng/ml) in order to verify the phosphorylation of signal transducers and activators of transcription 1 (STAT1), STAT3, and Smad2, parasite intracellular proliferation, as well as the Th1/Th2/IL17A cytokine production. The treatment of BeWo cells with IL10 and TGFB1 favored T. gondii proliferation, and these findings were associated with STAT3 and Smad2 phosphorylation, respectively (P < 0.05). Also, these cytokine treatments were able to down-modulate TNF alpha (TNFA) and IL6 production (P < 0.05). Low concentration of IFNG was unable to control T. gondii infection but was able to trigger STAT1 phosphorylation and up-regulate IL6 and IL17A production; whereas a high concentration of IFNG was unable to activate STAT1 but down-modulated IL6 and TNFA and increased T. gondii proliferation (P < 0.05). IL10, TGFB1, and IFNG regulate a differential T. gondii proliferation in BeWo cells because they distinctly trigger intracellular signaling pathways and cytokine production, especially IL6 and TNFA. Our data open new windows to understand the mechanisms triggered by IL10, TGFB1, and IFNG at the maternal-fetal interface in the presence of T. gondii, contributing to recognizing the importance of these effector mechanisms involved in the vertical transmission of this parasite.
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- Bellisa Freitas Barbosa
- Laboratory of Histology and Embryology, Institute of Biomedical Sciences, Federal University of Uberlândia, Uberlândia, Minas Gerais, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Histology and Embryology, Institute of Biomedical Sciences, Federal University of Uberlândia, Uberlândia, Minas Gerais, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Histology and Embryology, Institute of Biomedical Sciences, Federal University of Uberlândia, Uberlândia, Minas Gerais, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Histology and Embryology, Institute of Biomedical Sciences, Federal University of Uberlândia, Uberlândia, Minas Gerais, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Histology and Embryology, Institute of Biomedical Sciences, Federal University of Uberlândia, Uberlândia, Minas Gerais, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Histology and Embryology, Institute of Biomedical Sciences, Federal University of Uberlândia, Uberlândia, Minas Gerais, Brazil
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- Department of Cellular and Molecular Biology, Medicine School of Ribeirão Preto, University of São Paulo, Ribeirão Preto, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Cellular and Molecular Biology, Medicine School of Ribeirão Preto, University of São Paulo, Ribeirão Preto, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Life Science, University of Siena, Siena, Italy
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- Laboratory of Chagas Disease, René Rachou Research Center, Fiocruz, Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Immunoparasitology, Institute of Biomedical Sciences, Federal University of Uberlândia, Uberlândia, Minas Gerais, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Immunoparasitology, Institute of Biomedical Sciences, Federal University of Uberlândia, Uberlândia, Minas Gerais, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Histology and Embryology, Institute of Biomedical Sciences, Federal University of Uberlândia, Uberlândia, Minas Gerais, Brazil
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Yang S, Li W, Challis JRG, Reid G, Kim SO, Bocking AD. Probiotic Lactobacillus rhamnosus GR-1 supernatant prevents lipopolysaccharide-induced preterm birth and reduces inflammation in pregnant CD-1 mice. Am J Obstet Gynecol 2014; 211:44.e1-44.e12. [PMID: 24486224 DOI: 10.1016/j.ajog.2014.01.029] [Citation(s) in RCA: 28] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/25/2013] [Revised: 12/20/2013] [Accepted: 01/21/2014] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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OBJECTIVE The objective of this study was to determine the effect of probiotic Lactobacillus rhamnosus GR-1 supernatant (GR-1 SN) on lipopolysaccharide-induced preterm birth (PTB) and outputs of cytokines, chemokines, and progesterone in pregnant CD-1 mice. STUDY DESIGN We compared PTB rates after intrauterine injection of lipopolysaccharide with and without previous GR-1 SN treatment. Cytokines and chemokines in the maternal plasma, myometrium, placenta, and amniotic fluid were examined with multiplex assay, and circulating maternal progesterone was measured with enzyme-linked immunoassay. Statistical significance was assessed with 2-tailed 1-way analysis of variance or analysis of variance on ranks. Fetal sex ratios in mice that delivered preterm were compared with those that delivered at term after lipopolysaccharide and GR-1 SN treatments. RESULTS GR-1 SN reduced lipopolysaccharide-induced PTB by 43%. GR-1 SN significantly decreased the lipopolysaccharide-induced production of interleukin (IL)-1β, -6, and -12p40, tumor necrosis factor-α, CCL4, and CCL5 in maternal plasma; IL-6, -12p70, -17, and -13 and tumor necrosis factor-α in myometrium; IL-6, -12p70, and -17 in placenta; and IL-6, tumor necrosis factor-α, CCL3, and CCL4 in amniotic fluid. Maternal plasma progesterone was reduced significantly after lipopolysaccharide injection with and without GR-1 SN pretreatment. There was no difference in fetal sex ratios between mice that delivered preterm and those that did not after lipopolysaccharide and GR-1 SN treatments. CONCLUSION The supernatant of probiotic L rhamnosus GR-1 attenuated lipopolysaccharide-induced inflammation and PTB in vivo. GR-1 SN may confer therapeutic benefits in the prevention of infection-associated PTB by controlling systemic and intrauterine inflammation.
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- Siwen Yang
- Departments of Physiology and Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Toronto Faculty of Medicine, Toronto, ON, Canada; Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Research Institute, Mount Sinai Hospital, Toronto, ON, Canada
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- Departments of Physiology and Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Toronto Faculty of Medicine, Toronto, ON, Canada; Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Research Institute, Mount Sinai Hospital, Toronto, ON, Canada
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- Departments of Physiology and Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Toronto Faculty of Medicine, Toronto, ON, Canada; Faculty of Health Sciences, Simon Fraser University, Vancouver, BC, Canada
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- Department of Microbiology and Immunology, Western University Faculty of Medicine, London, ON, Canada; Lawson Health Research Institute, London, ON, Canada
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- Department of Microbiology and Immunology, Western University Faculty of Medicine, London, ON, Canada
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- Departments of Physiology and Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Toronto Faculty of Medicine, Toronto, ON, Canada; Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Research Institute, Mount Sinai Hospital, Toronto, ON, Canada.
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Carey AJ, Tan CK, Ulett GC. Infection-induced IL-10 and JAK-STAT: A review of the molecular circuitry controlling immune hyperactivity in response to pathogenic microbes. JAKSTAT 2014; 1:159-67. [PMID: 24058765 PMCID: PMC3670239 DOI: 10.4161/jkst.19918] [Citation(s) in RCA: 45] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/05/2012] [Revised: 03/04/2012] [Accepted: 03/06/2012] [Indexed: 12/19/2022] Open
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Generation of effective immune responses against pathogenic microbes depends on a fine balance between pro- and anti-inflammatory responses. Interleukin-10 (IL-10) is essential in regulating this balance and has garnered renewed interest recently as a modulator of the response to infection at the JAK-STAT signaling axis of host responses. Here, we examine how IL-10 functions as the “master regulator” of immune responses through JAK-STAT, and provide a perspective from recent insights on bacterial, protozoan, and viral infection model systems. Pattern recognition and subsequent molecular events that drive activation of IL-10-associated JAK-STAT circuitry are reviewed and the implications for microbial pathogenesis are discussed.
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- Alison J Carey
- School of Medical Sciences; Centre for Medicine and Oral Health; Griffith University; Gold Coast, QLD Australia
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Enos MK, Burton JP, Dols J, Buhulata S, Changalucha J, Reid G. Probiotics and nutrients for the first 1000 days of life in the developing world. Benef Microbes 2013; 4:3-16. [PMID: 23257014 DOI: 10.3920/bm2012.0020] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/26/2022]
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Clinically proven probiotics are, for the most part, not available in the developing world and certainly not affordable for the majority of people. This is unconscionable considering these products can alleviate diarrhoea and various infections, which are by far the major cause of death in children and in adults who are HIV positive. Indeed, some of these products have been proven in developing world settings. Distribution networks exist along with pharmacies and clinics that dispense drugs and products that require refrigeration. So, are lack of profit or company resources the problem? Our university has shown that alternative community based kitchen models that produce probiotics can be established. These empower local people, are socially responsible, produce affordable products and deliver benefits to over 3,000 children and adults daily. Surely, other institutions and corporations can multiply this effect and develop social business models across the developing world that are supported by clinical and basic science studies? In this review, we will discuss the application of probiotics and selected nutrients in the first 1000 days of life, a critical timepoint which is particularly challenging in resource disadvantaged countries.
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- M K Enos
- Canadian Research and Development Centre for Probiotics, F2-116, The Lawson Health Research Institute, 268 Grosvenor Street, London, ON N6A 4V2, Canada
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Reid JNS, Bisanz JE, Monachese M, Burton JP, Reid G. The Rationale for Probiotics Improving Reproductive Health and Pregnancy Outcome. Am J Reprod Immunol 2013; 69:558-66. [DOI: 10.1111/aji.12086] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/04/2012] [Accepted: 01/07/2013] [Indexed: 12/19/2022] Open
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- Human Microbiology and Probiotics; Lawson Health Research Institute; London; ON; Canada
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Choi JK, Lim YS, Kim HJ, Hong YH, Ryu BY, Kim GB. Screening and Characterization of Lactobacillus casei MCL Strain Exhibiting Immunomodulation Activity. Korean J Food Sci Anim Resour 2012. [DOI: 10.5851/kosfa.2012.32.5.635] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/18/2022] Open
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Li J, McCormick J, Bocking A, Reid G. Importance of Vaginal Microbes in Reproductive Health. Reprod Sci 2012; 19:235-42. [DOI: 10.1177/1933719111418379] [Citation(s) in RCA: 74] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/26/2023]
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- Jingru Li
- Department of Microbiology and Immunology, The University of Western Ontario, London, Ontario, Canada
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- Department of Microbiology and Immunology, The University of Western Ontario, London, Ontario, Canada
- Canadian Research & Development Centre for Probiotics, Lawson Health Research Institute, London, Ontario, Canada
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Toronto and Mt. Sinai Hospital, University Avenue, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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- Department of Microbiology and Immunology, The University of Western Ontario, London, Ontario, Canada
- Canadian Research & Development Centre for Probiotics, Lawson Health Research Institute, London, Ontario, Canada
- Department of Surgery, The University of Western Ontario, London, Ontario, Canada
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Karlsson M, Scherbak N, Reid G, Jass J. Lactobacillus rhamnosus GR-1 enhances NF-kappaB activation in Escherichia coli-stimulated urinary bladder cells through TLR4. BMC Microbiol 2012; 12:15. [PMID: 22264349 PMCID: PMC3305351 DOI: 10.1186/1471-2180-12-15] [Citation(s) in RCA: 32] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/13/2011] [Accepted: 01/22/2012] [Indexed: 12/22/2022] Open
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Background Epithelial cells of the urinary tract recognize pathogenic bacteria through pattern recognition receptors on their surface, such as toll-like receptors (TLRs), and mount an immune response through the activation of the NF-kappaB pathway. Some uropathogenic bacteria can subvert these cellular responses, creating problems with how the host eliminates pathogens. Lactobacillus is a genus of lactic acid bacteria that are part of the microbiota and consist of many probiotic strains, some specifically for urogenital infections. Immunomodulation has emerged as an important mode of action of probiotic and commensal lactobacilli and given the importance of epithelial cells, we evaluated the effect of the urogenital probiotic Lactobacillus rhamnosus GR-1 on epithelial immune activation. Results Immune activation through the NF-kappaB pathway was initiated by stimulation of T24 urothelial cells with heat-killed Escherichia coli and this was further potentiated when cells were co-cultured with live L. rhamnosus GR-1. Heat-killed lactobacilli were poor activators of NF-kappaB. Concomitant stimulation of bladder cells with E. coli and L. rhamnosus GR-1 increased the levels of the pro-inflammatory cytokine TNF, whereas IL-6 and CXCL8 levels were reduced. Another probiotic, L. rhamnosus GG, was also able to potentiate NF-kappaB in these cells although at a significantly reduced level compared to the GR-1 strain. The transcript numbers and protein levels of the lipopolysaccharide receptor TLR4 were significantly increased after co-stimulation with E. coli and lactobacilli compared to controls. Furthermore, inhibition of TLR4 activation by polymixin B completely blocked the lactobacilli potentiation of NF-kappaB. Conclusions The immunological outcome of E. coli challenge of bladder cells was influenced by probiotic L. rhamnosus GR-1, by enhancing the activation of NF-kappaB and TNF release. Thus the urogenital probiotic L. rhamnosus GR-1 modulated the activation of the NF-kappaB through increased levels of TLR4 on the bladder cells and altered subsequent release of cytokines from urothelial cells. By influencing immunological factors such as TLR4, important in the process of fighting pathogens, lactobacilli could facilitate pathogen recognition and infection clearance.
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Affiliation(s)
- Mattias Karlsson
- School of Science and Technology, Life Science, Örebro University, Sweden
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Probiotics, nuclear receptor signaling, and anti-inflammatory pathways. Gastroenterol Res Pract 2011; 2011:971938. [PMID: 21808643 PMCID: PMC3144714 DOI: 10.1155/2011/971938] [Citation(s) in RCA: 47] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/02/2011] [Revised: 03/28/2011] [Accepted: 05/19/2011] [Indexed: 02/07/2023] Open
Abstract
There is increased investigation of the human microbiome as it relates to health and disease. Dysbiosis is implicated in various clinical conditions including inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Probiotics have been explored as a potential treatment for IBD and other diseases. The mechanism of action for probiotics has yet to be fully elucidated. This paper discusses novel mechanisms of action for probiotics involving anti-inflammatory signaling pathways. We highlight recent progress in probiotics and nuclear receptor signaling, such as peroxisome-proliferator-activated receptor gamma (PPARγ) and vitamin D receptor (VDR). We also discuss future areas of investigation.
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