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Cai Y, Deng L, Yao J. Analysis and identification of ferroptosis-related diagnostic markers in rheumatoid arthritis. Ann Med 2024; 56:2397572. [PMID: 39221753 PMCID: PMC11370691 DOI: 10.1080/07853890.2024.2397572] [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: 12/12/2023] [Revised: 03/14/2024] [Accepted: 06/05/2024] [Indexed: 09/04/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune, inflammatory joint disease. There is growing evidence that ferroptosis is involved in the pathogenesis of RA. This study aimed to search for diagnostic markers of ferroptosis in RA and to analyse the potential mechanisms and clinical value. MATERIALS AND METHODS RA-associated datasets were used from the publicly available GEO database. Three methods of machine learning were applied to screen biomarkers. The diagnostic efficacy of the results was also verified by receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curve, external dataset, qRT-PCR and Western blot. Enrichment analysis was performed in this process, while protein-protein interaction (PPI) analysis and immune infiltration correlation analysis were performed using biomarkers, and competing endogenous RNA (ceRNA) networks were constructed to search for prospective therapeutic targets. RESULTS MMP13 and GABARAPL1 can be used as ferroptosis diagnostic genes in RA. The ROC curve and PPI result demonstrated that MMP13 and GABARAPL1 had an excellent diagnostic value. The results of signature genes in the external dataset, qRT-PCR and Western blot further confirm our findings. The enrichment analysis showed that p53, MAPK and NOD-like receptor signalling pathways may be involved in the process of ferroptosis in RA. In addition, two ferroptosis diagnostic genes in RA participate in the occurrence of ferroptosis in RA via oxidative stress, metabolism and immune response. Immune infiltration analysis showed that RA extensively infiltrated B cells, T cells, macrophages and other immune cells. Persistent immune activation may be an essential reason for the progression of ferroptosis in RA. We also obtained five potential therapeutic agents for RA and some long non-coding RNAs (lncRNAs) and microRNAs (miRNAs) regulating ferroptosis diagnostic genes. CONCLUSIONS Our study suggests that MMP13 and GABARAPL1, which are closely linked with oxidative stress and immunological modulation, can be used as ferroptosis-related potential diagnostic markers in RA and provide new clues regarding the diagnostic and therapeutic targets of ferroptosis in RA.
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- Yang Cai
- Department of Bone and Joint Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, China
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- Department of Bone and Joint Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, China
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- Department of Bone and Joint Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, China
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Liu Z, Xie W, Li H, Liu X, Lu Y, Lu B, Deng Z, Li Y. Novel perspectives on leptin in osteoarthritis: Focus on aging. Genes Dis 2024; 11:101159. [PMID: 39229323 PMCID: PMC11369483 DOI: 10.1016/j.gendis.2023.101159] [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: 04/07/2023] [Revised: 09/10/2023] [Accepted: 09/16/2023] [Indexed: 09/05/2024] Open
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Osteoarthritis (OA) is a common chronic joint disease characterized by articular cartilage degeneration, subchondral sclerosis, synovitis, and osteophyte formation. OA is associated with disability and impaired quality of life, particularly among the elderly. Leptin, a 16-kD non-glycosylated protein encoded by the obese gene, is produced on a systemic and local basis in adipose tissue and the infrapatellar fat pad located in the knee. The metabolic mechanisms employed by leptin in OA development have been widely studied, with attention being paid to aging as a corroborative risk factor for OA. Hence, in this review, we have attempted to establish a potential link between leptin and OA, by focusing on aging-associated mechanisms and proposing leptin as a potential diagnostic and therapeutic target in aging-related mechanisms of OA that may provide fruitful guidance and emphasis for future research.
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- Zimo Liu
- Department of Orthopedics, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan 410008, China
- Xiangya School of Medicine, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan 410083, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan 410008, China
- National Clinical Research Center for Geriatric Disorders, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan 410008, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan 410008, China
- National Clinical Research Center for Geriatric Disorders, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan 410008, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan 410008, China
- National Clinical Research Center for Geriatric Disorders, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan 410008, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan 410008, China
- Xiangya School of Medicine, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan 410083, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan 410008, China
- National Clinical Research Center for Geriatric Disorders, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan 410008, China
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou, Zhejiang 325000, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan 410008, China
- National Clinical Research Center for Geriatric Disorders, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan 410008, China
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Padhee S, Mohanty D, Sahoo A, Jena S, Chandra Panda P, Ray A, Nayak S. Exploring the mechanism of action of Vanda tessellata extract for the treatment of osteoarthritis through network pharmacology, molecular modelling and experimental assays. Heliyon 2024; 10:e35971. [PMID: 39224251 PMCID: PMC11367146 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2024.e35971] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/13/2024] [Revised: 07/30/2024] [Accepted: 08/07/2024] [Indexed: 09/04/2024] Open
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The present study employed a comprehensive approach of network pharmacology, molecular dynamic simulation and in-vitro assays to investigate the underlying mechanism of the anti-osteoarthritic potential of Vanda tessellata extract (VTE). Thirteen active compounds of VTE were retrieved from the literature and the IMPPAT database. All of these passed the drug likeness and oral bioavailability parameters. A total of 535 VTE targets and 2577 osteoarthritis related targets were obtained. The compound-target-disease network analysis revealed vanillin, daucosterol, gigantol and syringaldehyde as the core key components. Protein-protein interaction analysis revealed BCL2, FGF2, ICAM 1, MAPK1, MMP1, MMP2, MMP9, COX2, STAT3 and ESR1 as the hub genes. Kyoto Encyclopedia of Genes and Genomes (KEGG) enrichment analysis revealed AGE-RAGE signalling pathway, HIF-1 signalling pathway and ESR signalling pathway as the major signalling pathway of VTE involved in treating osteoarthritis. Molecular docking analysis showed daucosterol and gigantol to have good binding affinity with BCL2, ESR1 and MMP9, and the results were further confirmed through molecular dynamics simulation analysis. The mechanism predicted by network pharmacology was validated in vitro on IL-1β-induced SW982 synovial cells. VTE did not show any cytotoxicity and inhibited the migration of SW982 cells. VTE inhibited the expression level of IL-6, IL-8, TNF-α, PGE-2, MMP-2 and MMP-9 in a dose-dependent manner. VTE inhibited nuclear translocation of NF- κβ and suppressed phosphorylation of p38, extracellular signal-regulated kinase (ERK), and c-Jun NH2-terminal kinase (JNK) of the mitogen-activated protein kinase (MAPK) signalling pathway. The results showed that VTE exerted an anti-osteoarthritic effect by a multi-target, multi-component and multi-signalling pathway approach.
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- Sucheesmita Padhee
- Centre for Biotechnology, Siksha O Anusandhan (Deemed to be University), Kalinganagar, Ghatikia, Bhubaneswar, India
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- Centre for Biotechnology, Siksha O Anusandhan (Deemed to be University), Kalinganagar, Ghatikia, Bhubaneswar, India
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- Centre for Biotechnology, Siksha O Anusandhan (Deemed to be University), Kalinganagar, Ghatikia, Bhubaneswar, India
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- Centre for Biotechnology, Siksha O Anusandhan (Deemed to be University), Kalinganagar, Ghatikia, Bhubaneswar, India
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- Centre for Biotechnology, Siksha O Anusandhan (Deemed to be University), Kalinganagar, Ghatikia, Bhubaneswar, India
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- Centre for Biotechnology, Siksha O Anusandhan (Deemed to be University), Kalinganagar, Ghatikia, Bhubaneswar, India
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- Centre for Biotechnology, Siksha O Anusandhan (Deemed to be University), Kalinganagar, Ghatikia, Bhubaneswar, India
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Pashaei M, Farhadi E, Kavosi H, Madreseh E, Enayati S, Mahmoudi M, Amirzargar A. Talabostat, fibroblast activation protein inhibitor, attenuates inflammation and fibrosis in systemic sclerosis. Inflammopharmacology 2024:10.1007/s10787-024-01536-6. [PMID: 39167314 DOI: 10.1007/s10787-024-01536-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/25/2024] [Accepted: 07/15/2024] [Indexed: 08/23/2024]
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BACKGROUND Systemic sclerosis (SSc) is a connective tissue disorder characterized by excessive fibrosis, where activated fibroblasts play a pivotal role in disease progression. This study aimed to investigate the potential of Talabostat, a small molecule inhibitor of dipeptidyl peptidases, in alleviating fibrosis and inflammation associated with SSc pathogenesis. METHODS Dermal fibroblasts were obtained from skin biopsies of ten diffuse cutaneous SSc patients and healthy controls. These fibroblasts were subjected to treatment with either TGF-β alone or in combination with Talabostat. Immunofluorescence staining was conducted to evaluate FAPα and α-SMA protein levels. The expression of activated fibroblast markers (FAPα and ACAT2), pro-fibrotic (COL1A1 and COL1A2), anti-fibrotic (MMP1, MMP2, and MMP9), and inflammatory (IL-6 and TGFβ1) related genes was measured by quantitative real-time PCR. Talabostat-treated fibroblasts were assessed for their migratory capacity using a scratch assay and for their viability through MTT assay and Annexin V staining. RESULTS The basal expression of COL1A1 and TGFβ1 was notably higher in healthy subjects, while MMP1 expression showed a significant increase in SSc patients. Furthermore, TGF-β stimulation led to upregulation of activated fibroblast markers, pro-fibrotic, and inflammatory-related genes in SSc-derived fibroblasts, which were attenuated upon Talabostat treatment. Interestingly, Talabostat treatment resulted in an upregulation of MMP9 expression. Moreover, Talabostat exhibited a concentration-dependent inhibition of activated fibroblast viability in both healthy and SSc fibroblasts, and suppressed fibroblast migration specifically in SSc patients. CONCLUSION In summary, Talabostat modulates fibrotic genes in SSc, thereby inhibiting myofibroblast differentiation, activation, and migration. These findings suggest promising therapeutic avenues for targeting fibrosis in SSc.
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- Mehrnoosh Pashaei
- Department of Immunology, School of Medicine, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
- Rheumatology Research Center, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Rheumatology Research Center, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
- Research Center for Chronic Inflammatory Diseases, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Rheumatology Research Center, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
- Research Center for Chronic Inflammatory Diseases, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Rheumatology Research Center, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
- Research Center for Chronic Inflammatory Diseases, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Rheumatology Research Center, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Rheumatology Research Center, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
- Rheumatology Research Center, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Shariati Hospital, Kargar Ave, P.O. BOX: 1411713137, Tehran, Iran.
- Research Center for Chronic Inflammatory Diseases, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
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- Department of Immunology, School of Medicine, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
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Lin CY, Naruphontjirakul P, Huang TY, Wu YC, Cheng WH, Su WT. The Exosomes of Stem Cells from Human Exfoliated Deciduous Teeth Suppress Inflammation in Osteoarthritis. Int J Mol Sci 2024; 25:8560. [PMID: 39201248 PMCID: PMC11354937 DOI: 10.3390/ijms25168560] [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: 07/04/2024] [Revised: 07/30/2024] [Accepted: 08/02/2024] [Indexed: 09/02/2024] Open
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Hyaluronic acid injection is commonly used clinically to slow down the development of osteoarthritis (OA). A newly developed therapeutic method is to implant chondrocytes/stem cells to regenerate cartilage in the body. The curative effect of stem cell therapy has been proven to come from the paracrine of stem cells. In this study, exosomes secreted by stem cells from human exfoliated deciduous teeth (SHED) and hyaluronic acid were used individually to evaluate the therapeutic effect in slowing down OA. SHED was cultured in a serum-free medium for three days, and the supernatant was collected and then centrifuged with a speed difference to obtain exosomes containing CD9 and CD63 markers, with an average particle size of 154.1 nm. SW1353 cells were stimulated with IL-1β to produce the inflammatory characteristics of OA and then treated with 40 μg/mL exosomes and hyaluronic acid individually. The results showed that the exosomes successfully inhibited the pro-inflammatory factors, including TNF-α, IL-6, iNOS, NO, COX-2 and PGE2, induced by IL-1β and the degrading enzyme of the extrachondral matrix (MMP-13). Collagen II and ACAN, the main components of the extrachondral matrix, were also increased by 1.76-fold and 2.98-fold, respectively, after treatment, which were similar to that of the normal joints. The effect can be attributed to the partial mediation of SHED exosomes to the NF-κB pathway, and the ability of exosomes to inhibit OA is found not inferior to that of hyaluronic acid.
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- Chuang-Yu Lin
- Department of Biomedical Science and Environmental Biology, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung 807378, Taiwan;
- Regenerative Medicine and Cell Therapy Research Center, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung 807378, Taiwan;
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- Biological Engineering Program, Faculty of Engineering, King Mongkut’s University of Technology Thonburi, Bangkok 10140, Thailand;
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Mackay Memorial Hospital, Taipei 104217, Taiwan;
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- Regenerative Medicine and Cell Therapy Research Center, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung 807378, Taiwan;
- Division of Plastic Surgery, Department of Surgery, Kaohsiung Medical University Hospital, Kaohsiung 807378, Taiwan
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- Department of Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology, National Taipei University of Technology, Taipei 106344, Taiwan;
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- Department of Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology, National Taipei University of Technology, Taipei 106344, Taiwan;
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Gorantla K, Krishnan A, Waheed SO, Varghese A, DiCastri I, LaRouche C, Paik M, Fields GB, Karabencheva-Christova TG. Novel Insights into the Catalytic Mechanism of Collagenolysis by Zn(II)-Dependent Matrix Metalloproteinase-1. Biochemistry 2024; 63:1925-1940. [PMID: 38963231 PMCID: PMC11309001 DOI: 10.1021/acs.biochem.4c00076] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/13/2024] [Revised: 06/14/2024] [Accepted: 06/24/2024] [Indexed: 07/05/2024]
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Collagen hydrolysis, catalyzed by Zn(II)-dependent matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs), is a critical physiological process. Despite previous computational investigations into the catalytic mechanisms of MMP-mediated collagenolysis, a significant knowledge gap in understanding remains regarding the influence of conformational sampling and entropic contributions at physiological temperature on enzymatic collagenolysis. In our comprehensive multilevel computational study, employing quantum mechanics/molecular mechanics (QM/MM) metadynamics (MetD) simulations, we aimed to bridge this gap and provide valuable insights into the catalytic mechanism of MMP-1. Specifically, we compared the full enzyme-substrate complex in solution, clusters in solution, and gas-phase to elucidate insights into MMP-1-catalyzed collagenolysis. Our findings reveal significant differences in the catalytic mechanism when considering thermal effects and the dynamic evolution of the system, contrasting with conventional static potential energy surface QM/MM reaction path studies. Notably, we observed a significant stabilization of the critical tetrahedral intermediate, attributed to contributions from conformational flexibility and entropy. Moreover, we found that protonation of the scissile bond nitrogen occurs via proton transfer from a Zn(II)-coordinated hydroxide rather than from a solvent water molecule. Following C-N bond cleavage, the C-terminus remains coordinated to the catalytic Zn(II), while the N-terminus forms a hydrogen bond with a solvent water molecule. Subsequently, the release of the C-terminus is facilitated by the coordination of a water molecule. Our study underscores the pivotal role of protein conformational dynamics at physiological temperature in stabilizing the transition state of the rate-limiting step and key intermediates, compared to the corresponding reaction in solution. These fundamental insights into the mechanism of collagen degradation provide valuable guidance for the development of MMP-1-specific inhibitors.
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- Koteswara
Rao Gorantla
- Department
of Chemistry, Michigan Technological University, Houghton, Michigan 49931, United States
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- Department
of Chemistry, Michigan Technological University, Houghton, Michigan 49931, United States
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- Department
of Chemistry, Michigan Technological University, Houghton, Michigan 49931, United States
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- Department
of Chemistry, Michigan Technological University, Houghton, Michigan 49931, United States
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- Department
of Chemical Engineering, Michigan Technological
University, Houghton, Michigan 49931, United States
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- Department
of Chemical Engineering, Michigan Technological
University, Houghton, Michigan 49931, United States
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- Department
of Chemistry, Michigan Technological University, Houghton, Michigan 49931, United States
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- Department
of Chemistry and Biochemistry and I-HEALTH, Florida Atlantic University, Jupiter, Florida 33458, United States
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Saleh AS, Abdel-Gabbar M, Gabr H, Shams A, Tamur S, Mahdi EA, Ahmed OM. Ameliorative effects of undifferentiated and differentiated BM-MSCs in MIA-induced osteoarthritic Wistar rats: roles of NF-κB and MMPs signaling pathways. Am J Transl Res 2024; 16:2793-2813. [PMID: 39114694 PMCID: PMC11301505 DOI: 10.62347/fghv2647] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/02/2024] [Accepted: 05/15/2024] [Indexed: 08/10/2024]
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OBJECTIVES Osteoarthritis (OA) is a degenerative joint condition that is persistent. OA affects millions of people throughout the world. Both people and society are heavily economically burdened by osteoarthritis. There is currently no medication that can structurally alter the OA processes or stop the disease from progressing. Stem cells have the potential to revolutionize medicine due to their capacity to differentiate into chondrocytes, capacity to heal tissues and organs including osteoarthritic joints, and immunomodulatory capabilities. Therefore, the goal of the current investigation was to determine how bone marrow-derived mesenchymal stem cells (BM-MSCs) and chondrogenic differentiated mesenchymal stem cells (CD-MSCs) affected the treatment of OA in rats with monosodium iodoacetate (MIA)-induced osteoarthritis. METHODS Male Wistar rats were injected three times with MIA (1 mg)/100 µL isotonic saline to induce osteoarthritis in the ankle joint of the right hind leg. Following the MIA injection, the osteoarthritic rats were given weekly treatments of 1 × 106 BM-MSCs and CD-MSCs into the tail vein for three weeks. RESULTS The obtained results showed that in osteoarthritic rats, BM-MSCs and CD-MSCs dramatically decreased ankle diameter measurements, decreased oxidized glutathione (GSSG) level, and boosted glutathione peroxidase (GPx) and glutathione reductase (GR) activities. Additionally, in rats with MIA-induced OA, BM-MSCs and CD-MSCs dramatically boosted interleukin-10 (IL-10) serum levels while considerably decreasing serum anticitrullinated protein antibodies (ACPA), tumour necrosis factor-α (TNF-α), and interleukin-17 (IL-17) levels as well as ankle transforming growth factor-β1 (TGF-β1) expression. Analysis of histology, immunohistochemistry, and western blots in osteoarthritic joints showed that cartilage breakdown and joint inflammation gradually decreased over time. CONCLUSIONS It is possible to conclude from these results that BM-MSCs and CD-MSCs have anti-arthritic potential in MIA-induced OA, which may be mediated via inhibitory effects on oxidative stress, MMPs and inflammation through suppressing the NF-κB pathway. In osteoarthritis, using CD-MSCs as a treatment is more beneficial therapeutically than using BM-MSCs.
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- Ablaa S Saleh
- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Science, Beni-Suef UniversityBeni-Suef 62521, Egypt
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Science, Beni-Suef UniversityBeni-Suef 62521, Egypt
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- Department of Clinical and Chemical Pathology, Faculty of Medicine, Cairo UniversityCairo 11435, Egypt
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- Department of Pharmacology, College of Medicine, Taif UniversityP.O. Box 11099, Taif 21944, Saudi Arabia
- Research Center for Health Sciences, Deanship of Graduate Studies and Scientific Research, Taif UniversityTaif 26432, Saudi Arabia
- High Altitude Research Center, Taif UniversityP.O. Box 11099, Taif 21944, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Pediatric, College of Medicine, Taif UniversityP.O. Box 11099, Taif 21944, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Pathology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Beni-Suef UniversityBeni-Suef 62521, Egypt
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- Division of Physiology, Department of Zoology, Faculty of Science, Beni-Suef UniversityBeni-Suef 62521, Egypt
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Taskina EA, Alekseeva LI, Kashevarova NG, Strebkova EA, Mikhaylov KM, Sharapova EP, Savushkina NM, Alekseeva OG, Raskina TA, Averkieva JV, Usova EV, Vinogradova IB, Salnikova OV, Markelova AS, Lila AM. [Relationship between hypercholesterolemia and osteoarthritis (preliminary results)]. TERAPEVT ARKH 2024; 96:471-478. [PMID: 38829808 DOI: 10.26442/00403660.2024.05.202702] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/14/2024] [Accepted: 05/14/2024] [Indexed: 06/05/2024]
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AIM To evaluate the relationship of hypercholesterolemia (HCE) with clinical, instrumental, and laboratory parameters in osteoarthritis (OA) in a multicenter, cross-sectional study. MATERIALS AND METHODS The study included 183 patients aged 40-75 years, with a confirmed diagnosis of stage I-III OA (ACR) of the knee joints, who signed an informed consent. The mean age was 55.6±10.7 years (40 to 75), body mass index was 29.3±6.3 kg/m2, and disease duration was 5 [1; 10] years. For each patient, a case record form was filled out, including anthropometric indicators, medical history, clinical examination data, an assessment of knee joint pain according to VAS, WOMAC, KOOS and comorbidities. All patients underwent standard radiography and ultrasound examination of the knee joints and laboratory tests. RESULTS HCE was detected in 59% of patients. Depending on its presence or absence, patients were divided into two groups. Patients were comparable in body mass index, waist and hip measurement, and disease duration but differed significantly in age. Individuals with elevated total cholesterol levels had higher VAS pain scores, total WOMAC and its components, an overall assessment of the patient's health, a worse KOOS index, and ultrasound findings (reduced cartilage tissue). HCE patients showed high levels of cholesterol, low-density lipoproteins, triglycerides, STX-II, and COMP (p<0.05). However, after stratification by age, many initial intergroup differences became insignificant, and differences in the WOMAC pain score persisted. CONCLUSION The results of the study confirmed the high prevalence of HCE in OA patients (59%). Patients with OA and increased total cholesterol have more intense pain in the knee joints.
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- Nasonova Research Institute of Rheumatology
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Rydén M, Sjögren A, Önnerfjord P, Turkiewicz A, Tjörnstrand J, Englund M, Ali N. Exploring the Early Molecular Pathogenesis of Osteoarthritis Using Differential Network Analysis of Human Synovial Fluid. Mol Cell Proteomics 2024; 23:100785. [PMID: 38750696 PMCID: PMC11252953 DOI: 10.1016/j.mcpro.2024.100785] [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: 08/15/2023] [Revised: 04/17/2024] [Accepted: 05/11/2024] [Indexed: 06/23/2024] Open
Abstract
The molecular mechanisms that drive the onset and development of osteoarthritis (OA) remain largely unknown. In this exploratory study, we used a proteomic platform (SOMAscan assay) to measure the relative abundance of more than 6000 proteins in synovial fluid (SF) from knees of human donors with healthy or mildly degenerated tissues, and knees with late-stage OA from patients undergoing knee replacement surgery. Using a linear mixed effects model, we estimated the differential abundance of 6251 proteins between the three groups. We found 583 proteins upregulated in the late-stage OA, including MMP1, collagenase 3 and interleukin-6. Further, we selected 760 proteins (800 aptamers) based on absolute fold changes between the healthy and mild degeneration groups. To those, we applied Gaussian Graphical Models (GGMs) to analyze the conditional dependence of proteins and to identify key proteins and subnetworks involved in early OA pathogenesis. After regularization and stability selection, we identified 102 proteins involved in GGM networks. Notably, network complexity was lost in the protein graph for mild degeneration when compared to controls, suggesting a disruption in the regular protein interplay. Furthermore, among our main findings were several downregulated (in mild degeneration versus healthy) proteins with unique interactions in the healthy group, one of which, SLCO5A1, has not previously been associated with OA. Our results suggest that this protein is important for healthy joint function. Further, our data suggests that SF proteomics, combined with GGMs, can reveal novel insights into the molecular pathogenesis and identification of biomarker candidates for early-stage OA.
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- Martin Rydén
- Clinical Epidemiology Unit, Department of Clinical Sciences Lund, Orthopedics, Faculty of Medicine, Lund University, Lund, Sweden
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- Clinical Epidemiology Unit, Department of Clinical Sciences Lund, Orthopedics, Faculty of Medicine, Lund University, Lund, Sweden.
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- Department of Clinical Sciences Lund, Rheumatology, Rheumatology and Molecular Skeletal Biology, Faculty of Medicine, Lund University, Lund, Sweden
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- Clinical Epidemiology Unit, Department of Clinical Sciences Lund, Orthopedics, Faculty of Medicine, Lund University, Lund, Sweden
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Skåne University Hospital, Lund, Sweden
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- Clinical Epidemiology Unit, Department of Clinical Sciences Lund, Orthopedics, Faculty of Medicine, Lund University, Lund, Sweden
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- Clinical Epidemiology Unit, Department of Clinical Sciences Lund, Orthopedics, Faculty of Medicine, Lund University, Lund, Sweden
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Xu L, Ma J, Yu Q, Zhu K, Wu X, Zhou C, Lin X. Evidence supported by Mendelian randomization: impact on inflammatory factors in knee osteoarthritis. Front Med (Lausanne) 2024; 11:1382836. [PMID: 38863887 PMCID: PMC11165061 DOI: 10.3389/fmed.2024.1382836] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/11/2024] [Accepted: 05/01/2024] [Indexed: 06/13/2024] Open
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Background Prior investigations have indicated associations between Knee Osteoarthritis (KOA) and certain inflammatory cytokines, such as the interleukin series and tumor necrosis factor-alpha (TNFα). To further elaborate on these findings, our investigation utilizes Mendelian randomization to explore the causal relationships between KOA and 91 inflammatory cytokines. Methods This two-sample Mendelian randomization utilized genetic variations associated with KOA from a large, publicly accessible Genome-Wide Association Study (GWAS), comprising 2,227 cases and 454,121 controls of European descent. The genetic data for inflammatory cytokines were obtained from a GWAS summary involving 14,824 individuals of European ancestry. Causal relationships between exposures and outcomes were primarily investigated using the inverse variance weighted method. To enhance the robustness of the research results, other methods were combined to assist, such as weighted median, weighted model and so on. Multiple sensitivity analysis, including MR-Egger, MR-PRESSO and leave one out, was also carried out. These different analytical methods are used to enhance the validity and reliability of the final results. Results The results of Mendelian randomization indicated that Adenosine Deaminase (ADA), Fibroblast Growth Factor 5(FGF5), and Hepatocyte growth factor (HFG) proteins are protective factors for KOA (IVWADA: OR = 0.862, 95% CI: 0.771-0.963, p = 0.008; IVWFGF5: OR = 0.850, 95% CI: 0.764-0.946, p = 0.003; IVWHFG: OR = 0.798, 95% CI: 0.642-0.991, p = 0.042), while Tumor necrosis factor (TNFα), Colony-stimulating factor 1(CSF1), and Tumor necrosis factor ligand superfamily member 12(TWEAK) proteins are risk factors for KOA. (IVWTNFα: OR = 1.319, 95% CI: 1.067-1.631, p = 0.011; IVWCSF1: OR = 1.389, 95% CI: 1.125-1.714, p = 0.002; IVWTWEAK: OR = 1.206, 95% CI: 1.016-1.431, p = 0.032). Conclusion The six proteins identified in this study demonstrate a close association with the onset of KOA, offering valuable insights for future therapeutic interventions. These findings contribute to the growing understanding of KOA at the microscopic protein level, paving the way for potential targeted therapeutic approaches.
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- Lilei Xu
- Third Clinical Medical College, Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou, China
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- Third Clinical Medical College, Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou, China
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- Third Clinical Medical College, Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou, China
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- Third Clinical Medical College, Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou, China
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- Third Clinical Medical College, Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou, China
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- Third Clinical Medical College, Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou, China
- Department of Acupuncture, Third Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou, China
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- Third Clinical Medical College, Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou, China
- Department of Acupuncture, Third Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou, China
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Niessink T, Stassen RHMJ, Kischkel B, Vuscan P, Emans PJ, van den Akker GGH, Janssen M, Joosten LAB, Otto C, Welting TJM, Jansen TL. Discovery of calcite as a new pro-inflammatory calcium-containing crystal in human osteoarthritic synovial fluid. Osteoarthritis Cartilage 2024:S1063-4584(24)01203-2. [PMID: 38806070 DOI: 10.1016/j.joca.2024.05.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/11/2024] [Revised: 05/14/2024] [Accepted: 05/21/2024] [Indexed: 05/30/2024]
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OBJECTIVE We aimed to characterize calcium-containing crystals present in synovial fluid from patients with knee osteoarthritis (OA) using Raman spectroscopy, and specifically investigate the biological effects of calcite crystals. DESIGN Thirty-two synovial fluid samples were collected pre-operatively from knee OA patients undergoing total joint arthroplasty. An integrated Raman polarized light microscope was used for identification of crystals in synovial fluid. Human peripheral blood mononuclear cells (PBMC's), human OA articular chondrocytes (HACs) and fibroblast-like synoviocytes (FLSs) were exposed to calcite crystals. Expression of relevant cytokines and inflammatory genes were measured using ELISA and real-time PCR. RESULTS Various calcium-containing crystals were identified, including calcium pyrophosphate (37.5 %) and basic calcium phosphate (21.8 %), but they were never found simultaneously in the same OA synovial fluid sample. For the first time, we discovered the presence of calcite crystals in 93.8 % of the samples, while dolomite was detected in 25 % of the cases. Characterization of the cellular response to calcite crystal exposure revealed increased production of innate immune-derived cytokines by PBMC's, when co-stimulated with lipopolysaccharide (LPS). Additionally, calcite crystal stimulation of HACs and FLSs resulted in enhanced secretion of pro-inflammatory molecules and alterations in the expression of extracellular matrix remodeling enzymes. CONCLUSIONS This study highlights the unique role of Raman spectroscopy in OA crystal research and identified calcite as a novel pro-inflammatory crystal type in OA synovial fluid. Understanding the role of specific crystal species in the OA joint may open new avenues for pharmacological interventions and personalized approaches to treating OA.
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- Tom Niessink
- Department of Rheumatology, VieCuri Medical Centre, Tegelseweg 210, 5912 BL Venlo, the Netherlands; Personalized Therapeutics and Diagnostics, Department of Bioengineering Technology, University of Twente, Drienerlolaan 5, 7522 NB Enschede, the Netherlands.
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- Department of Experimental Orthopaedics, Maastricht University Medical Centre, P. Debyelaan 25, 6229 HX Maastricht, the Netherlands
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Radboud University Medical Centre, Geert Grooteplein Zuid 8, 6525 GA Nijmegen, the Netherlands
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Radboud University Medical Centre, Geert Grooteplein Zuid 8, 6525 GA Nijmegen, the Netherlands
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- Department of Experimental Orthopaedics, Maastricht University Medical Centre, P. Debyelaan 25, 6229 HX Maastricht, the Netherlands
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- Department of Experimental Orthopaedics, Maastricht University Medical Centre, P. Debyelaan 25, 6229 HX Maastricht, the Netherlands
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- Department of Rheumatology, VieCuri Medical Centre, Tegelseweg 210, 5912 BL Venlo, the Netherlands
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Radboud University Medical Centre, Geert Grooteplein Zuid 8, 6525 GA Nijmegen, the Netherlands; Department of Medical Genetics, Iuliu Hatieganu University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Str. Pasteur, Nr. 6, 400012 Cluj-Napoca, Romania
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- Personalized Therapeutics and Diagnostics, Department of Bioengineering Technology, University of Twente, Drienerlolaan 5, 7522 NB Enschede, the Netherlands
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- Department of Experimental Orthopaedics, Maastricht University Medical Centre, P. Debyelaan 25, 6229 HX Maastricht, the Netherlands
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- Department of Rheumatology, VieCuri Medical Centre, Tegelseweg 210, 5912 BL Venlo, the Netherlands
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Tang J, Wang X, Lin X, Wu C. Mesenchymal stem cell-derived extracellular vesicles: a regulator and carrier for targeting bone-related diseases. Cell Death Discov 2024; 10:212. [PMID: 38697996 PMCID: PMC11066013 DOI: 10.1038/s41420-024-01973-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/05/2024] [Revised: 04/16/2024] [Accepted: 04/17/2024] [Indexed: 05/05/2024] Open
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The escalating threat of bone-related diseases poses a significant challenge to human health. Mesenchymal stem cell (MSC)-derived extracellular vesicles (MSC-EVs), as inherent cell-secreted natural products, have emerged as promising treatments for bone-related diseases. Leveraging outstanding features such as high biocompatibility, low immunogenicity, superior biological barrier penetration, and extended circulating half-life, MSC-EVs serve as potent carriers for microRNAs (miRNAs), long no-code RNAs (lncRNAs), and other biomolecules. These cargo molecules play pivotal roles in orchestrating bone metabolism and vascularity through diverse mechanisms, thereby contributing to the amelioration of bone diseases. Additionally, engineering modifications enhance the bone-targeting ability of MSC-EVs, mitigating systemic side effects and bolstering their clinical translational potential. This review comprehensively explores the mechanisms through which MSC-EVs regulate bone-related disease progression. It delves into the therapeutic potential of MSC-EVs as adept drug carriers, augmented by engineered modification strategies tailored for osteoarthritis (OA), rheumatoid arthritis (RA), osteoporosis, and osteosarcoma. In conclusion, the exceptional promise exhibited by MSC-EVs positions them as an excellent solution with considerable translational applications in clinical orthopedics.
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- Jiandong Tang
- Orthopaedics Center, Zigong Fourth People's Hospital, Tan mu lin Street 19#, Zigong, 643099, Sichuan Province, China
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- Orthopaedics Center, Zigong Fourth People's Hospital, Tan mu lin Street 19#, Zigong, 643099, Sichuan Province, China
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- Orthopaedics Center, Zigong Fourth People's Hospital, Tan mu lin Street 19#, Zigong, 643099, Sichuan Province, China
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- Orthopaedics Center, Zigong Fourth People's Hospital, Tan mu lin Street 19#, Zigong, 643099, Sichuan Province, China.
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Li H, Wu M, Li Z, Zhang Q, Zhang X, Zhang Y, Zhao D, Wang L, Hou Y, Wu T. Effect of supplementation with yeast polysaccharides on intestinal function in piglets infected with porcine epidemic diarrhea virus. Front Microbiol 2024; 15:1378070. [PMID: 38655081 PMCID: PMC11035810 DOI: 10.3389/fmicb.2024.1378070] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/29/2024] [Accepted: 03/28/2024] [Indexed: 04/26/2024] Open
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Porcine epidemic diarrhea virus (PEDV) has caused huge economic losses to the pig industry. Yeast polysaccharides (YP) has been used as a feed additive in recent years and poses good anti-inflammatory and antiviral effects. The present study aimed to explore the protective effect of YP on intestinal damage in PEDV-infected piglets. Eighteen 7-day-old piglets with similar body weights were randomly divided into three groups: Control group (basal diet), PEDV group (basal diet), and PEDV+YP group (basal diet +20 mg/kg BW YP), six replicates per group and one pig per replicate. Piglets in PEDV group and PEDV+YP group were orally given PEDV (dose: 1 × 106 TCID50) at 19:30 PM on the 8th day of the experiment. The control group received the same volume of PBS solution. Weight was taken on an empty stomach in the morning of the 11th day, blood was collected and then anesthetic was administered with pentobarbital sodium (50 mg/kg·BW) by intramuscular injection, and samples were slaughtered after the anesthetic was complete. The results showed that YP could alleviate the destruction of intestinal villus morphology of piglets caused by PEDV. Meanwhile, PEDV infection can reduce the activity of glutathione peroxidase, superoxide dismutase and catalase, and increase the content of malondialdehyde. YP can improve the antioxidative capacity in the serum and small intestine of PEDV-infected piglets. In addition, YP inhibited the replication of PEDV in the jejunum ileum and colon. Moreover, YP can regulate the mRNA levels of inflammatory genes (IL-1β and iNOS) and lipid metabolic genes (APOA4 and APOC3) in the small intestine. In summary, YP could inhibit virus replicates, improve intestinal morphology, enhance antioxidant capacity, relieve inflammation and regulate the metabolism of the intestine in PEDV-infected piglets.
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- Hanxiao Li
- Hubei Key Laboratory of Animal Nutrition and Feed Science, Wuhan Polytechnic University, Wuhan, China
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- Hubei Key Laboratory of Animal Nutrition and Feed Science, Wuhan Polytechnic University, Wuhan, China
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- Hubei Key Laboratory of Animal Nutrition and Feed Science, Wuhan Polytechnic University, Wuhan, China
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- Hubei Key Laboratory of Animal Nutrition and Feed Science, Wuhan Polytechnic University, Wuhan, China
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- Hubei Key Laboratory of Animal Nutrition and Feed Science, Wuhan Polytechnic University, Wuhan, China
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- Hubei Key Laboratory of Animal Nutrition and Feed Science, Wuhan Polytechnic University, Wuhan, China
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- Hubei Key Laboratory of Animal Nutrition and Feed Science, Wuhan Polytechnic University, Wuhan, China
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- Hubei Key Laboratory of Animal Nutrition and Feed Science, Wuhan Polytechnic University, Wuhan, China
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- Hubei Key Laboratory of Animal Nutrition and Feed Science, Wuhan Polytechnic University, Wuhan, China
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- Hubei Key Laboratory of Animal Nutrition and Feed Science, Wuhan Polytechnic University, Wuhan, China
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Teunissen van Manen IJ, van Kooten NJT, Di Ceglie I, Theeuwes WF, Jimenez-Royo P, Cleveland M, van Lent PLEM, van der Kraan PM, Blom AB, van den Bosch MHJ. Identification of CD64 as a marker for the destructive potential of synovitis in osteoarthritis. Rheumatology (Oxford) 2024; 63:1180-1188. [PMID: 37341635 PMCID: PMC10986803 DOI: 10.1093/rheumatology/kead314] [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: 02/08/2023] [Revised: 04/17/2023] [Accepted: 05/16/2023] [Indexed: 06/22/2023] Open
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OBJECTIVES OA is characterized by cartilage degeneration and persistent pain. The majority of OA patients present with synovitis, which is associated with increased cartilage damage. Activated synovial macrophages are key contributors to joint destruction. Therefore, a marker that reflects the activation of these cells could be a valuable tool to characterize the destructive potential of synovitis and benefit monitoring of OA. Here, we aimed to investigate the use of CD64 (FcγRI) as a marker to characterize the damaging potential of synovitis in OA. METHODS Synovial biopsies were obtained from end-stage OA patients that underwent joint replacement surgery. CD64 protein expression and localization was evaluated using immunohistochemistry and immunofluorescence and quantified using flow cytometry. qPCR was performed to measure the expression of FCGR1 and OA-related genes in synovial biopsies, and in primary chondrocytes and primary fibroblasts stimulated with OA conditioned medium (OAS-CM). RESULTS Our data exposed a wide range of CD64 expression in OA synovium and showed positive correlations between FCGR1 and S100A8, S100A9, IL1B, IL6 and MMP1/2/3/9/13 expression. CD64 protein correlated with MMP1, MMP3, MMP9, MMP13 and S100A9. Furthermore, we observed that synovial CD64 protein levels in source tissue for OAS-CM significantly associated with the OAS-CM-induced expression of MMP1, MMP3 and especially ADAMTS4 in cultured fibroblasts, but not chondrocytes. CONCLUSION Together, these results indicate that synovial CD64 expression is associated with the expression of proteolytic enzymes and inflammatory markers related to structural damage in OA. CD64 therefore holds promise as marker to characterize the damaging potential of synovitis.
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- Department of Experimental Rheumatology, Radboud University Medical Center, Nijmegen, The Netherlands
- Department of Orthopaedics, Canisius Wilhelmina Ziekenhuis, Nijmegen, The Netherlands
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- Department of Experimental Rheumatology, Radboud University Medical Center, Nijmegen, The Netherlands
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- Department of Experimental Rheumatology, Radboud University Medical Center, Nijmegen, The Netherlands
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- Department of Experimental Rheumatology, Radboud University Medical Center, Nijmegen, The Netherlands
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- Department of Experimental Rheumatology, Radboud University Medical Center, Nijmegen, The Netherlands
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- Department of Experimental Rheumatology, Radboud University Medical Center, Nijmegen, The Netherlands
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- Department of Experimental Rheumatology, Radboud University Medical Center, Nijmegen, The Netherlands
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Najafi Z, Rahmanian-Devin P, Baradaran Rahimi V, Nokhodchi A, Askari VR. Challenges and opportunities of medicines for treating tendon inflammation and fibrosis: A comprehensive and mechanistic review. Fundam Clin Pharmacol 2024:e12999. [PMID: 38468183 DOI: 10.1111/fcp.12999] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/16/2023] [Revised: 01/20/2024] [Accepted: 02/19/2024] [Indexed: 03/13/2024]
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BACKGROUND Tendinopathy refers to conditions characterized by collagen degeneration within tendon tissue, accompanied by the proliferation of capillaries and arteries, resulting in reduced mechanical function, pain, and swelling. While inflammation in tendinopathy can play a role in preventing infection, uncontrolled inflammation can hinder tissue regeneration and lead to fibrosis and impaired movement. OBJECTIVES The inability to regulate inflammation poses a significant limitation in tendinopathy treatment. Therefore, an ideal treatment strategy should involve modulation of the inflammatory process while promoting tissue regeneration. METHODS The current review article was prepared by searching PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, and Google Scholar databases. Several treatment approaches based on biomaterials have been developed. RESULTS This review examines various treatment methods utilizing small molecules, biological compounds, herbal medicine-inspired approaches, immunotherapy, gene therapy, cell-based therapy, tissue engineering, nanotechnology, and phototherapy. CONCLUSION These treatments work through mechanisms of action involving signaling pathways such as transforming growth factor-beta (TGF-β), mitogen-activated protein kinases (MAPKs), and nuclear factor kappa-light-chain-enhancer of activated B cells (NF-κB), all of which contribute to the repair of injured tendons.
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- Zohreh Najafi
- Applied Biomedical Research Center, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, School of Pharmacy, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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- Department of Cardiovascular Diseases, Faculty of Medicine, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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- Lupin Pharmaceutical Research Center, 4006 NW 124th Ave., Coral Springs, Florida, Florida, 33065, USA
- Pharmaceutics Research Laboratory, School of Life Sciences, University of Sussex, Brighton, BN1 9QJ, UK
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- Applied Biomedical Research Center, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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Yi G, Zhang R, Li M, Song X, Li S. Atractylenolide-III attenuates osteoarthritis by repolarizing macrophages through inactivating TLR4/NF-κB signaling. Int Immunopharmacol 2024; 129:111629. [PMID: 38346377 DOI: 10.1016/j.intimp.2024.111629] [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: 10/22/2023] [Revised: 01/10/2024] [Accepted: 01/30/2024] [Indexed: 02/24/2024]
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BACKGROUND As a common chronic musculoskeletal condition, osteoarthritis (OA) presently lacks particular treatment strategies. The aim of this study was to examine how AT-III therapies affected macrophage repolarity in order to slow down the advancement of OA. METHODS RAW264.7 macrophages were polarized to M1 subtypes then administered with different concentrations of AT-III. Immunofluorescence, qRT-PCR and flow cytometry were used to assess the polarization of the macrophages. The mechanism of AT-III repolarize macrophages was evaluated by western blot. Furthermore, the effects of macrophage conditioned media (CM) on the migration, proliferation, and chondrogenic differentiation of bone marrow mesenchymal stem cells (BMSCs) were investigated using CCK-8 assays, the scratch test, and alcian blue staining. The effects of macrophage CM on chondrocyte proliferation and degeneration were investigated using CCK-8 and qRT-PCR. In vivo micro-CT and histological observations were performed on rats with anterior cruciate ligament transection and partial medial meniscectomy, either with or without AT-III treatment. RESULTS AT-III repolarized M1 macrophages to M2 phenotype. Mechanistically, AT-III reduced the expression of Toll-like receptor(TLR) 4 induced by lipopolysaccharide in RAW264.7 and lowered nuclear factor-κB (NF-κB) signaling molecules p-p65 and p-IκBα. The TLR4 agonist RS09 reversed the effects of AT-III on macrophage repolarization. AT-III-induced macrophages CM stimulated BMSCs migration, proliferation and chondrogenic differentiation. AT-III-treated macrophage CM promoted chondrocyte proliferation while inhibiting chondrocyte degeneration. In vivo, AT-III treatment alleviated the degree of synovitis, inhibited subchondral bone remodeling and reduced cartilage destruction in the rat OA model. CONCLUSIONS AT-III attenuates OA by repolarizing macrophages through inactivating TLR4/NF-κB signaling. These data suggest that AT-III may be an effective therapeutic candidate for OA treatment.
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- Guoliang Yi
- Guizhou Medical University, Guiyang 550004, China; Department of Orthopedics, The First Affiliated Hospital, Hengyang Medical School, University of South China, Hengyang 421001, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, The First Affiliated Hospital, Hengyang Medical School, University of South China, Hengyang 421001, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, The First Affiliated Hospital, Hengyang Medical School, University of South China, Hengyang 421001, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, The First Affiliated Hospital, Hengyang Medical School, University of South China, Hengyang 421001, China
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- Guizhou Medical University, Guiyang 550004, China; Department of Orthopedics, Guangzhou Red Cross Hospital, Medical College, Jinan University, Guangzhou 510220, China.
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Xu J, Ruan Z, Guo Z, Hou L, Wang G, Zheng Z, Zhang X, Liu H, Sun K, Guo F. Inhibition of SAT1 alleviates chondrocyte inflammation and ferroptosis by repressing ALOX15 expression and activating the Nrf2 pathway. Bone Joint Res 2024; 13:110-123. [PMID: 38447596 PMCID: PMC10917474 DOI: 10.1302/2046-3758.133.bjr-2023-0250.r1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/08/2024] Open
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Aims Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common chronic pathema of human joints. The pathogenesis is complex, involving physiological and mechanical factors. In previous studies, we found that ferroptosis is intimately related to OA, while the role of Sat1 in chondrocyte ferroptosis and OA, as well as the underlying mechanism, remains unclear. Methods In this study, interleukin-1β (IL-1β) was used to simulate inflammation and Erastin was used to simulate ferroptosis in vitro. We used small interfering RNA (siRNA) to knock down the spermidine/spermine N1-acetyltransferase 1 (Sat1) and arachidonate 15-lipoxygenase (Alox15), and examined damage-associated events including inflammation, ferroptosis, and oxidative stress of chondrocytes. In addition, a destabilization of the medial meniscus (DMM) mouse model of OA induced by surgery was established to investigate the role of Sat1 inhibition in OA progression. Results The results showed that inhibition of Sat1 expression can reduce inflammation, ferroptosis changes, reactive oxygen species (ROS) level, and lipid-ROS accumulation induced by IL-1β and Erastin. Knockdown of Sat1 promotes nuclear factor-E2-related factor 2 (Nrf2) signalling. Additionally, knockdown Alox15 can alleviate the inflammation-related protein expression induced by IL-1β and ferroptosis-related protein expression induced by Erastin. Furthermore, knockdown Nrf2 can reverse these protein expression alterations. Finally, intra-articular injection of diminazene aceturate (DA), an inhibitor of Sat1, enhanced type II collagen (collagen II) and increased Sat1 and Alox15 expression. Conclusion Our results demonstrate that inhibition of Sat1 could alleviate chondrocyte ferroptosis and inflammation by downregulating Alox15 activating the Nrf2 system, and delaying the progression of OA. These findings suggest that Sat1 provides a new approach for studying and treating OA.
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- Jingting Xu
- Department of Orthopedics, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China
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Eom S, Shim W, Choi I. Microplastic-induced inhibition of cell adhesion and toxicity evaluation using human dermal fibroblast-derived spheroids. JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS 2024; 465:133359. [PMID: 38171200 DOI: 10.1016/j.jhazmat.2023.133359] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/28/2023] [Revised: 12/05/2023] [Accepted: 12/21/2023] [Indexed: 01/05/2024]
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Nanoplastics and microplastics (MPs) can significantly affect marine ecosystems and pose potential risks to human health. Although adverse effects stemming from direct exposure to MPs have been demonstrated at the cellular level in animal models, the potential toxicity of these materials in the human body remains uncertain. In this study, we investigated the three-dimensional (3D) behavior of dermal-derived cells exposed to MPs using artificially manufactured spherical primary polystyrene (PS) particles. To explore these effects, we used cellular spheroids as a 3D cell culture model, examined the size-dependent penetration of PS-MPs, and observed morphological alterations in the spheroids. Furthermore, we assessed changes in physiological activities, including reactive oxygen species, adenosine triphosphate, and lactate dehydrogenase, to elucidate the potential intra- and extracellular toxic reactions to PS-MPs. Additionally, our examination of cell-cell junctions and the extracellular matrix (ECM), along with analysis of the regulators involved in their decreased integrity, revealed negatively influenced changes in expression. This exposure study using spheroid models provides new insights into the potential toxicity of short-term exposure to MPs under conditions that closely resemble in vivo systems.
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- Seonghyeon Eom
- Department of Life Science, University of Seoul, Seoul 02504, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Life Science, University of Seoul, Seoul 02504, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Life Science, University of Seoul, Seoul 02504, Republic of Korea; Department of Applied Chemistry, University of Seoul, Seoul 02504, Republic of Korea.
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Mukherjee A, Das B. The role of inflammatory mediators and matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs) in the progression of osteoarthritis. BIOMATERIALS AND BIOSYSTEMS 2024; 13:100090. [PMID: 38440290 PMCID: PMC10910010 DOI: 10.1016/j.bbiosy.2024.100090] [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: 09/11/2023] [Revised: 12/04/2023] [Accepted: 02/20/2024] [Indexed: 03/06/2024] Open
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Osteoarthritis (OA) is a chronic musculoskeletal disorder characterized by an imbalance between (synthesis) and catabolism (degradation) in altered homeostasis of articular cartilage mediated primarily by the innate immune system. OA degenerates the joints resulting in synovial hyperplasia, degradation of articular cartilage with damage of the structural and functional integrity of the cartilage extracellular matrix, subchondral sclerosis, osteophyte formation, and is characterized by chronic pain, stiffness, and loss of function. Inflammation triggered by factors like biomechanical stress is involved in the development of osteoarthritis. In OA apart from catabolic effects, anti-inflammatory anabolic processes also occur continually. There is also an underlying chronic inflammation present, not only in cartilage tissue but also within the synovium, which perpetuates tissue destruction of the OA joint. The consideration of inflammation in OA considers synovitis and/or other cellular and molecular events in the synovium during the progression of OA. In this review, we have presented the progression of joint degradation that results in OA. The critical role of inflammation in the pathogenesis of OA is discussed in detail along with the dysregulation within the cytokine networks composed of inflammatory and anti-inflammatory cytokines that drive catabolic pathways, inhibit matrix synthesis, and promote cellular apoptosis. OA pathogenesis, fluctuation of synovitis, and its clinical impact on disease progression are presented here along with the role of synovial macrophages in promoting inflammatory and destructive responses in OA. The role of interplay between different cytokines, structure, and function of their receptors in the inter-cellular signaling pathway is further explored. The effect of cytokines in the increased synthesis and release of matrix-decomposing proteolytic enzymes, such as matrix metalloproteinase (MMPs) and a disintegrin-like and metalloproteinase with thrombospondin motif (ADAMTS), is elaborated emphasizing the potential impact of MMPs on the chondrocytes, synovial cells, articular and periarticular tissues, and other immune system cells migrating to the site of inflammation. We also shed light on the pathogenesis of OA via oxidative damage particularly due to nitric oxide (NO) via its angiogenic response to inflammation. We concluded by presenting the current knowledge about the tissue inhibitors of metalloproteinases (TIMPs). Synthetic MMP inhibitors include zinc binding group (ZBG), non-ZBG, and mechanism-based inhibitors, all of which have the potential to be therapeutically beneficial in the treatment of osteoarthritis. Improving our understanding of the signaling pathways and molecular mechanisms that regulate the MMP gene expression, may open up new avenues for the creation of therapies that can stop the joint damage associated with OA.
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- Anwesha Mukherjee
- Department of Biomedical Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology Ropar, India
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology Ropar, India
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Liu F, Ye J, Wang S, Li Y, Yang Y, Xiao J, Jiang A, Lu X, Zhu Y. Identification and Verification of Novel Biomarkers Involving Rheumatoid Arthritis with Multimachine Learning Algorithms: An In Silicon and In Vivo Study. Mediators Inflamm 2024; 2024:3188216. [PMID: 38385005 PMCID: PMC10881253 DOI: 10.1155/2024/3188216] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/08/2023] [Revised: 10/02/2023] [Accepted: 02/01/2024] [Indexed: 02/23/2024] Open
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Background Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) remains one of the most prevalent chronic joint diseases. However, due to the heterogeneity among RA patients, there are still no robust diagnostic and therapeutic biomarkers for the diagnosis and treatment of RA. Methods We retrieved RA-related and pan-cancer information datasets from the Gene Expression Omnibus and The Cancer Genome Atlas databases, respectively. Six gene expression profiles and corresponding clinical information of GSE12021, GSE29746, GSE55235, GSE55457, GSE77298, and GSE89408 were adopted to perform differential expression gene analysis, enrichment, and immune component difference analyses of RA. Four machine learning algorithms, including LASSO, RF, XGBoost, and SVM, were used to identify RA-related biomarkers. Unsupervised cluster analysis was also used to decipher the heterogeneity of RA. A four-signature-based nomogram was constructed and verified to specifically diagnose RA and osteoarthritis (OA) from normal tissues. Consequently, RA-HFLS cell was utilized to investigate the biological role of CRTAM in RA. In addition, comparisons of diagnostic efficacy and biological roles among CRTAM and other classic biomarkers of RA were also performed. Results Immune and stromal components were highly enriched in RA. Chemokine- and Th cell-related signatures were significantly activated in RA tissues. Four promising and novel biomarkers, including CRTAM, PTTG1IP, ITGB2, and MMP13, were identified and verified, which could be treated as novel treatment and diagnostic targets for RA. Nomograms based on the four signatures might aid in distinguishing and diagnosing RA, which reached a satisfactory performance in both training (AUC = 0.894) and testing (AUC = 0.843) cohorts. Two distinct subtypes of RA patients were identified, which further verified that these four signatures might be involved in the immune infiltration process. Furthermore, knockdown of CRTAM could significantly suppress the proliferation and invasion ability of RA cell line and thus could be treated as a novel therapeutic target. CRTAM owned a great diagnostic performance for RA than previous biomarkers including MMP3, S100A8, S100A9, IL6, COMP, LAG3, and ENTPD1. Mechanically, CRTAM could also be involved in the progression through immune dysfunction, fatty acid metabolism, and genomic instability across several cancer subtypes. Conclusion CRTAM, PTTG1IP, ITGB2, and MMP13 were highly expressed in RA tissues and might function as pivotal diagnostic and treatment targets by deteriorating the immune dysfunction state. In addition, CRTAM might fuel cancer progression through immune signals, especially among RA patients.
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- Fucun Liu
- Department of Orthopedics, Changzheng Hospital, Naval Medical University, Shanghai, China
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- Wuxi School of Medicine, Jiangnan University, Wuxi, Jiangsu, China
- Spinal Tumor Center, Changzheng Hospital, Naval Medical University, Shanghai, China
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- Orthopedics Research Center, Taizhou Hospital of Zhejiang Province Affiliated to Wenzhou Medical University, Zhejiang, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Changzheng Hospital, Naval Medical University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Changzheng Hospital, Naval Medical University, Shanghai, China
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- Wuxi School of Medicine, Jiangnan University, Wuxi, Jiangsu, China
- Spinal Tumor Center, Changzheng Hospital, Naval Medical University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Urology, Changhai Hospital, Naval Medical University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Changzheng Hospital, Naval Medical University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Changzheng Hospital, Naval Medical University, Shanghai, China
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Zhao D, Zeng LF, Liang GH, Luo MH, Pan JK, Dou YX, Lin FZ, Huang HT, Yang WY, Liu J. Transcriptomic analyses and machine-learning methods reveal dysregulated key genes and potential pathogenesis in human osteoarthritic cartilage. Bone Joint Res 2024; 13:66-82. [PMID: 38310924 PMCID: PMC10838620 DOI: 10.1302/2046-3758.132.bjr-2023-0074.r1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/06/2024] Open
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Aims This study aimed to explore the biological and clinical importance of dysregulated key genes in osteoarthritis (OA) patients at the cartilage level to find potential biomarkers and targets for diagnosing and treating OA. Methods Six sets of gene expression profiles were obtained from the Gene Expression Omnibus database. Differential expression analysis, weighted gene coexpression network analysis (WGCNA), and multiple machine-learning algorithms were used to screen crucial genes in osteoarthritic cartilage, and genome enrichment and functional annotation analyses were used to decipher the related categories of gene function. Single-sample gene set enrichment analysis was performed to analyze immune cell infiltration. Correlation analysis was used to explore the relationship among the hub genes and immune cells, as well as markers related to articular cartilage degradation and bone mineralization. Results A total of 46 genes were obtained from the intersection of significantly upregulated genes in osteoarthritic cartilage and the key module genes screened by WGCNA. Functional annotation analysis revealed that these genes were closely related to pathological responses associated with OA, such as inflammation and immunity. Four key dysregulated genes (cartilage acidic protein 1 (CRTAC1), iodothyronine deiodinase 2 (DIO2), angiopoietin-related protein 2 (ANGPTL2), and MAGE family member D1 (MAGED1)) were identified after using machine-learning algorithms. These genes had high diagnostic value in both the training cohort and external validation cohort (receiver operating characteristic > 0.8). The upregulated expression of these hub genes in osteoarthritic cartilage signified higher levels of immune infiltration as well as the expression of metalloproteinases and mineralization markers, suggesting harmful biological alterations and indicating that these hub genes play an important role in the pathogenesis of OA. A competing endogenous RNA network was constructed to reveal the underlying post-transcriptional regulatory mechanisms. Conclusion The current study explores and validates a dysregulated key gene set in osteoarthritic cartilage that is capable of accurately diagnosing OA and characterizing the biological alterations in osteoarthritic cartilage; this may become a promising indicator in clinical decision-making. This study indicates that dysregulated key genes play an important role in the development and progression of OA, and may be potential therapeutic targets.
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- Di Zhao
- Second Clinical Medical College of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, China
- Bone and Joint Research Team of Degeneration and Injury, Guangdong Provincial Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Guangzhou, China
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- Bone and Joint Research Team of Degeneration and Injury, Guangdong Provincial Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Guangzhou, China
- Department of Orthopedics, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, China
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- Bone and Joint Research Team of Degeneration and Injury, Guangdong Provincial Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Guangzhou, China
- Department of Orthopedics, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, China
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- Bone and Joint Research Team of Degeneration and Injury, Guangdong Provincial Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Guangzhou, China
- Department of Orthopedics, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, China
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- Bone and Joint Research Team of Degeneration and Injury, Guangdong Provincial Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Guangzhou, China
- Department of Orthopedics, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, China
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- Bone and Joint Research Team of Degeneration and Injury, Guangdong Provincial Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Guangzhou, China
- Department of Orthopedics, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, China
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- Second Clinical Medical College of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, China
- Bone and Joint Research Team of Degeneration and Injury, Guangdong Provincial Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Guangzhou, China
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- Bone and Joint Research Team of Degeneration and Injury, Guangdong Provincial Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Guangzhou, China
- Department of Orthopedics, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, China
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- Bone and Joint Research Team of Degeneration and Injury, Guangdong Provincial Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Guangzhou, China
- Department of Orthopedics, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, China
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- Bone and Joint Research Team of Degeneration and Injury, Guangdong Provincial Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Guangzhou, China
- Guangdong Second Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital, Guangdong Province Engineering Technology Research Institute of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, China
- Fifth Clinical Medical College of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, China
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Abusharkh HA, Robertson T, Mendenhall J, Gozen BA, Tingstad EM, Abu-Lail NI, Thiessen DB, Van Wie BJ. Impact of interstitial flow on cartilage matrix synthesis and NF-kB transcription factor mRNA expression in a novel perfusion bioreactor. Biotechnol Prog 2024; 40:e3404. [PMID: 37985202 PMCID: PMC10922130 DOI: 10.1002/btpr.3404] [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: 11/23/2022] [Revised: 09/15/2023] [Accepted: 10/23/2023] [Indexed: 11/22/2023]
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This work is focused on designing an easy-to-use novel perfusion system for articular cartilage (AC) tissue engineering and using it to elucidate the mechanism by which interstitial shear upregulates matrix synthesis by articular chondrocytes (AChs). Porous chitosan-agarose (CHAG) scaffolds were synthesized and compared to bulk agarose (AG) scaffolds. Both scaffolds were seeded with osteoarthritic human AChs and cultured in a novel perfusion system with a medium flow velocity of 0.33 mm/s corresponding to 0.4 mPa surfice shear and 40 mPa CHAG interstitial shear. While there were no statistical differences in cell viability for perfusion versus static cultures for either scaffold type, CHAG scaffolds exhibited a 3.3-fold higher (p < 0.005) cell viability compared to AG scaffold cultures. Effects of combined superficial and interstitial perfusion for CHAG showed 150- and 45-fold (p < 0.0001) increases in total collagen (COL) and 13- and 2.2-fold (p < 0.001) increases in glycosaminoglycans (GAGs) over AG non-perfusion and perfusion cultures, respectively, and a 1.5-fold and 3.6-fold (p < 0.005) increase over non-perfusion CHAG cultures. Contrasting CHAG perfusion and static cultures, chondrogenic gene comparisons showed a 3.5-fold increase in collagen type II/type I (COL2A1/COL1A1) mRNA ratio (p < 0.05), and a 1.3-fold increase in aggrecan mRNA. Observed effects are linked to NF-κB signal transduction pathway inhibition as confirmed by a 3.2-fold (p < 0.05) reduction of NF-κB mRNA expression upon exposure to perfusion. Our results demonstrate that pores play a critical role in improving cell viability and that interstitial flow caused by medium perfusion through the porous scaffolds enhances the expression of chondrogenic genes and extracellular matrix through downregulating NF-κB1.
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- Haneen A Abusharkh
- Voiland School of Chemical Engineering and Bioengineering, Washington State University, Pullman, WA 99164-6515
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- Voiland School of Chemical Engineering and Bioengineering, Washington State University, Pullman, WA 99164-6515
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- School of Mechanical and Materials Engineering, Washington State University, Pullman, WA 99164-2920
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- Inland Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine Clinic, 825 SE Bishop Blvd, Suite 120, Pullman, WA 99163
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering and Chemical Engineering, the University of Texas at San Antonio, San Antonio, TX 78249
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- Voiland School of Chemical Engineering and Bioengineering, Washington State University, Pullman, WA 99164-6515
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- Voiland School of Chemical Engineering and Bioengineering, Washington State University, Pullman, WA 99164-6515
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Hung SY, Chen JL, Tu YK, Tsai HY, Lu PH, Jou IM, Mbuyisa L, Lin MW. Isoliquiritigenin inhibits apoptosis and ameliorates oxidative stress in rheumatoid arthritis chondrocytes through the Nrf2/HO-1-mediated pathway. Biomed Pharmacother 2024; 170:116006. [PMID: 38091640 DOI: 10.1016/j.biopha.2023.116006] [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: 09/14/2023] [Revised: 12/03/2023] [Accepted: 12/06/2023] [Indexed: 01/10/2024] Open
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Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic inflammatory condition known for its irreversible destructive impact on the joints. Chondrocytes play a pivotal role in the production and maintenance of the cartilage matrix. However, the presence of inflammatory cytokines can hinder chondrocyte proliferation and promote apoptosis. Isoliquiritigenin (ISL), a flavonoid, potentially exerts protective effects against various inflammatory diseases. However, its specific role in regulating the nuclear factor E2-associated factor 2 (Nrf2)/heme oxygenase-1 (HO-1) pathway in chondrocytes in RA remains unclear. To investigate this, this study used human chondrocytes and Sprague-Dawley rats to construct in vitro and in vivo RA models, respectively. The study findings reveal that cytokines markedly induced oxidative stress, the activation of matrix metalloproteinases, and apoptosis both in vitro and in vivo. Notably, ISL treatment significantly mitigated these effects. Moreover, Nrf2 or HO-1 inhibitors reversed the protective effects of ISL, attenuated the expression of Nrf2/HO-1 and peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor gamma-coactivator-1α, and promoted chondrocyte apoptosis. This finding indicates that ISL primarily targets the Nrf2/HO-1 pathway in RA chondrocytes. Moreover, ISL treatment led to improved behavior scores, reduced paw thickness, and mitigated joint damage as well as ameliorated oxidative stress in skeletal muscles in an RA rat model. In conclusion, this study highlights the pivotal role of the Nrf2/HO-1 pathway in the protective effects of ISL and demonstrates the potential of ISL as a treatment option for RA.
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- Shih-Ya Hung
- Graduate Institute of Acupuncture Science, China Medical University, Taichung 40402, Taiwan; Division of Surgery, Department of Medical Research, China Medical University Hospital, Taichung 40447, Taiwan
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- Department of Surgery, E-Da Hospital, Kaohsiung 82445, Taiwan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, E-Da Hospital, I-Shou University, Kaohsiung, Taiwan; School of Medicine, College of Medicine, I-Shou University, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
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- Department of Medical Research, E-Da Hospital/ E-Da Cancer Hospital, Kaohsiung 82445, Taiwan
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- Department of Medical Research, E-Da Hospital/ E-Da Cancer Hospital, Kaohsiung 82445, Taiwan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, E-Da Hospital, I-Shou University, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
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- School of Medicine for International Students, College of Medicine, I-Shou University, Kaohsiung 82445, Taiwan
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- Department of Medical Research, E-Da Hospital/ E-Da Cancer Hospital, Kaohsiung 82445, Taiwan; Department of Nursing, College of Medicine, I-Shou University, Kaohsiung 82445, Taiwan; Regenerative Medicine and Cell Therapy Research Center, Kaohsiung Medical University, Kaohsiung 80708, Taiwan.
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Xu Y, Yang Z, Dai T, Xue X, Xia D, Feng Z, Huang J, Chen X, Sun S, Zhou J, Dai Y, Zong J, Li S, Meng Q. Characteristics and time points to inhibit ferroptosis in human osteoarthritis. Sci Rep 2023; 13:21592. [PMID: 38062071 PMCID: PMC10703773 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-023-49089-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/07/2023] [Accepted: 12/04/2023] [Indexed: 12/18/2023] Open
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Ferroptosis is a form of cell death that is triggered by iron-dependent lipid peroxidation and is closely associated with osteoarthritis. The primary interventions for inhibiting ferroptosis in osteoarthritis are anti-lipid peroxidation and iron chelation. The objective of our study is to investigate the characteristics of ferroptosis in osteoarthritis and identify the optimal time points for inhibiting ferroptosis to alleviate disease progression. Ferroptosis-related alterations and markers of OA were analyzed in paired intact and damaged cartilages from OA patients by immunofluorescence, qRT-PCR, mitochondrial membrane potential and immunohistochemistry. We also compared Ferroptosis-related alterations in cartilage of mild, moderate, and severe OA (according to the modified Mankin score). In addition, we compared the effect of Fer-1 on ferroptosis and the protection of chondrocytes by detecting markers of both ferroptosis and OA by immunofluorescence, CCK8 and qRT-PCR. Ferroptosis-related alterations (GPX4 downregulation, ACSL4 upregulation, MDA, LPO accumulation, Mitochondrial membrane potential decreased) in the damaged area cartilage were more severe than those in the intact area and increased with the progression of OA. Compared with mild OA group, the activity of chondrocytes treated with Fer-1 (a ferroptosis inhibitor) was increased, mitochondrial function was improved, and ferroptosis was reduced (GPX4 upregulation, SLC7A11 upregulation, ACSL4 downregulation,), and promoted the expression of COL2A1 and inhibited the expression of MMP13. However, these changes were not observed in moderate and severe OA chondrocytes. Ferroptosis occurs in a region-specific manner and is exacerbated with the progression of human OA cartilage degeneration. Inhibition of ferroptosis might had a therapeutic effect on chondrocytes with mild OA but had no significant therapeutic effect on chondrocytes with moderate to severe OA.
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- Yangyang Xu
- Guizhou Medical University, Guiyang City, Guizhou Province, China
- Guangzhou Institute of Traumatic Surgery, Guangzhou Red Cross Hospital of Jinan University, Guangzhou, China
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- Jinan University, Guangzhou, Guangdong Province, China
- Xuzhou New Health Hospital, North Hospital of Xuzhou Cancer Hospital, Xuzhou City, Jiangsu Province, China
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- Guangzhou Institute of Traumatic Surgery, Guangzhou Red Cross Hospital of Jinan University, Guangzhou, China
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- Jinan University, Guangzhou, Guangdong Province, China
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- Guangzhou Institute of Traumatic Surgery, Guangzhou Red Cross Hospital of Jinan University, Guangzhou, China
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- Guangzhou Institute of Traumatic Surgery, Guangzhou Red Cross Hospital of Jinan University, Guangzhou, China
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- Jinan University, Guangzhou, Guangdong Province, China
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- Jinan University, Guangzhou, Guangdong Province, China
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- Department of Ultrasound Medicine, First People's Hospital of Xuzhou City, Xuzhou City, Jiangsu Province, China
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- Guizhou Medical University, Guiyang City, Guizhou Province, China
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- Guangzhou Institute of Traumatic Surgery, Guangzhou Red Cross Hospital of Jinan University, Guangzhou, China
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- Guizhou Medical University, Guiyang City, Guizhou Province, China.
- Guangzhou Institute of Traumatic Surgery, Guangzhou Red Cross Hospital of Jinan University, Guangzhou, China.
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- Guangzhou Institute of Traumatic Surgery, Guangzhou Red Cross Hospital of Jinan University, Guangzhou, China.
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Jeon J, Lee SY. CK2 inhibitor CX4945 inhibits collagen degradation of HaCaT human keratinocyte cells via attenuation of MMP-1 secretion. Mol Biol Rep 2023; 50:9691-9698. [PMID: 37658930 DOI: 10.1007/s11033-023-08708-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/14/2023] [Accepted: 07/24/2023] [Indexed: 09/05/2023]
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INTRODUCTION During skin aging, the extracellular matrix (ECM) concomitantly breaks down. Out of the various protein components that comprise ECM, collagen is the most abundant one. Matrix metalloproteinase-1 (MMP-1) is a major collagenase that can degrade collagen. Therefore, the inhibition of MMP-1 may be critical for skin aging prevention. CX4945 is an inhibitor of casein kinase 2 and shows anticancer effects on various types of cancer cells. METHODS AND RESULTS In this report, we investigated the MMP-1-inhibiting effect of CX4945 in HaCaT human keratinocyte cells. We performed zymography assays, Western blot analysis and immunoprecipitation assay to investigate the anti-MMP-1 effects of CX4945. CX4945 was found to inhibit collagen degradation via attenuation of the MMP-1 secretion out of HaCaT cells. This activity of CX4945 may be mediated by the induction of MMP-1 ubiquitylation via c-Jun N-terminal kinase (JNK) signaling. In wound healing cell migration assay, CX4945 also showed suppressive effect on the migration of HaCaT cells. This finding was closely related to the attenuation of CREB transcription factor via the downregulation of ERK mitogen-activated protein kinase as observed in Western blot analysis. CONCLUSION Our report suggests that the inhibitory effects of CX4945 on MMP-1 in epidermal cells may offer a basis for further studying its therapeutic potential as an anti-wrinkle agent.
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- Jusu Jeon
- Department of Life Sciences, College of BioNano Technology, Gachon University, Seongnam, 13120, Gyeonggi, Korea
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- Department of Life Sciences, College of BioNano Technology, Gachon University, Seongnam, 13120, Gyeonggi, Korea.
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Grenier A, Morissette MC, Rochette PJ, Pouliot R. The combination of cigarette smoke and solar rays causes effects similar to skin aging in a bilayer skin model. Sci Rep 2023; 13:17969. [PMID: 37863977 PMCID: PMC10589246 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-023-44868-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/15/2023] [Accepted: 10/12/2023] [Indexed: 10/22/2023] Open
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Skin aging is a multifactorial process influenced by internal and external factors. The contribution of different environmental factors has been well established individually in the last few years. On the one hand, man is rarely exposed to a single factor, and on the other hand, there is very little knowledge about how these extrinsic factors may interact with each other or even how the skin may react to chronic exposure. This study aimed to evaluate the effect on skin aging of a chronic co-exposure of tissue-engineered skin substitutes to cigarette smoke extract (CSE) and solar simulator light (SSL). Skin substitutes were reconstructed according to the self-assembly method and then exposed to CSE followed by irradiation with SSL simultaneously transmitting UVA1, visible light and infrared. When skin substitutes were chronically exposed to CSE and SSL, a significant decrease in procollagen I synthesis and the inhibition of Smad2 phosphorylation of the TGF-β signaling pathway were observed. A 6.7-fold increase in MMP-1 activity was also observed when CSE was combined with SSL, resulting in a decrease in collagen III and collagen IV protein expression. The secretory profile resulting from the toxic synergy was investigated and several alterations were observed, notably an increase in the quantities of pro-inflammatory cytokines. The results also revealed the activation of the ERK1/2 (3.4-fold) and JNK (3.3-fold) pathways. Taken together, the results showed that a synergy between the two environmental factors could provoke premature skin aging.
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- Alexe Grenier
- Centre de Recherche en Organogénèse Expérimentale de l'Université Laval/LOEX, Axe Médecine Régénératrice, Centre de Recherche du CHU de Québec-Université Laval, Quebec City, QC, G1J 1Z4, Canada
- Faculté de Pharmacie, Université Laval, Quebec City, QC, G1V 0A6, Canada
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- Québec Heart and Lung Institute-Université Laval, Quebec City, QC, G1V 4G5, Canada
- Département de Médecine, Faculté de Médecine, Université Laval, Quebec City, QC, G1V 0A6, Canada
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- Centre de Recherche en Organogénèse Expérimentale de l'Université Laval/LOEX, Axe Médecine Régénératrice, Centre de Recherche du CHU de Québec-Université Laval, Quebec City, QC, G1J 1Z4, Canada
- Département d'Ophtalmologie et ORL-Chirurgie Cervico-Faciale, Faculté de Médecine, Université Laval, Quebec City, QC, G1V 0A6, Canada
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- Centre de Recherche en Organogénèse Expérimentale de l'Université Laval/LOEX, Axe Médecine Régénératrice, Centre de Recherche du CHU de Québec-Université Laval, Quebec City, QC, G1J 1Z4, Canada.
- Faculté de Pharmacie, Université Laval, Quebec City, QC, G1V 0A6, Canada.
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Song W, Zhang H, Pan Y, Xia Q, Liu Q, Wu H, Du S, Zhang F, Liu H. LED irradiation at 630 nm alleviates collagen-induced arthritis in mice by inhibition of NF-κB-mediated MMPs production. Photochem Photobiol Sci 2023; 22:2271-2283. [PMID: 37394546 DOI: 10.1007/s43630-023-00449-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/15/2022] [Accepted: 06/11/2023] [Indexed: 07/04/2023]
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Matrix metallopreteinase (MMP), a family of matrix degrading enzyme, plays a significant role in persistent and irreversible joint damage in rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Photobiomodulatory therapy (PBMT) has become an emerging adjunct therapy for RA. However, the molecular mechanism of PBMT on RA remains unclear. The purpose of this study is to explore the effect of 630 nm light emitting diode (LED) irradiation on RA and its underly molecular mechanism. Arthritis clinic scores, histology analysis and micro-CT results show that 630 nm LED irradiation ameliorates collagen-induced arthritis (CIA) in mice with the reduction of the extents of paw swelling, inflammation and bone damage. 630 nm LED irradiation significantly reduces MMP-3 and MMP-9 levels and inhibits p65 phosphorylation level in the paws of CIA mice. Moreover, 630 nm LED irradiation significantly inhibits the mRNA and protein levels of MMP-3 and MMP-9 in TNF-α-treated MH7A cells, a human synovial cell line. Importantly, 630 nm LED irradiation reduces TNF-α-induced the phosphorylated level of p65 but not alters STAT1, STAT3, Erk1/2, JNK and p38 phosphorylation levels. Immunofluorescence result showed that 630 nm LED irradiation blocks p65 nuclear translocation in MH7A cells. In addition, other MMPs mRNA regulated by NF-κB were also significantly inhibited by LED irradiation in vivo and in vitro. These results indicates that 630 nm LED irradiation reduces the MMPs levels to ameliorate the development of RA by inhibiting the phosphorylation of p65 selectively, suggesting that 630 nm LED irradiation may be a beneficial adjunct therapy for RA.Graphical abstract.
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- Wuqi Song
- Department of Microbiology, Wu Lien-Teh Institute, Harbin Medical University, Harbin, 150081, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Microbiology, Wu Lien-Teh Institute, Harbin Medical University, Harbin, 150081, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Microbiology, Wu Lien-Teh Institute, Harbin Medical University, Harbin, 150081, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Microbiology, Wu Lien-Teh Institute, Harbin Medical University, Harbin, 150081, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Microbiology, Wu Lien-Teh Institute, Harbin Medical University, Harbin, 150081, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Microbiology, Wu Lien-Teh Institute, Harbin Medical University, Harbin, 150081, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Microbiology, Wu Lien-Teh Institute, Harbin Medical University, Harbin, 150081, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Microbiology, Wu Lien-Teh Institute, Harbin Medical University, Harbin, 150081, People's Republic of China.
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- Department of Microbiology, Wu Lien-Teh Institute, Harbin Medical University, Harbin, 150081, People's Republic of China.
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Wozniak J, Loba W, Wysocka A, Dzimira S, Przadka P, Switonski M, Nowacka-Woszuk J. Altered Transcript Levels of MMP13 and VIT Genes in the Muscle and Connective Tissue of Pigs with Umbilical Hernia. Genes (Basel) 2023; 14:1903. [PMID: 37895252 PMCID: PMC10606093 DOI: 10.3390/genes14101903] [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: 09/01/2023] [Revised: 09/27/2023] [Accepted: 09/29/2023] [Indexed: 10/29/2023] Open
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Umbilical hernia (UH) and inguinal hernia (IH) are among the most common defects in pigs, affecting their welfare and resulting in economic losses. In this study, we aimed to verify the association of previously reported differences in transcript levels of the ACAN, COL6A5, MMP13, and VIT genes with the occurrence of UH and IH. We examined mRNA levels in muscle and connective tissue from 68 animals-34 affected by UH and 34 controls. In a second cohort, we examined inguinal channel samples from 46 pigs (in four groups). We determined DNA methylation levels in muscle tissue for the UH and control animals. The transcript level of MMP13 changed in the UH cases, being upregulated and downregulated in muscle and connective tissue, respectively, and the VIT gene also showed an increased muscular mRNA level. The transcript of the ACAN gene significantly decreased in old pigs with IH. We further observed an increased DNA methylation level for one CpG site within the MMP13 gene in UH individuals. We conclude that these alterations in gene mRNA levels in the UH animals depend on the tissue and can sometimes be a consequence of, not a cause of, the affected phenotype.
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- Jakub Wozniak
- Department of Genetics and Animal Breeding, Poznan University of Life Sciences, Wolynska 33, 60-637 Poznan, Poland; (J.W.); (W.L.); (A.W.); (M.S.)
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- Department of Genetics and Animal Breeding, Poznan University of Life Sciences, Wolynska 33, 60-637 Poznan, Poland; (J.W.); (W.L.); (A.W.); (M.S.)
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- Department of Genetics and Animal Breeding, Poznan University of Life Sciences, Wolynska 33, 60-637 Poznan, Poland; (J.W.); (W.L.); (A.W.); (M.S.)
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- Department of Pathology, Wroclaw University of Environmental and Life Sciences, C.K. Norwida 31, 50-375 Wroclaw, Poland;
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- Department of Surgery, Wroclaw University of Environmental and Life Sciences, Plac Grunwaldzki 51, 50-366 Wroclaw, Poland;
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- Department of Genetics and Animal Breeding, Poznan University of Life Sciences, Wolynska 33, 60-637 Poznan, Poland; (J.W.); (W.L.); (A.W.); (M.S.)
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- Department of Genetics and Animal Breeding, Poznan University of Life Sciences, Wolynska 33, 60-637 Poznan, Poland; (J.W.); (W.L.); (A.W.); (M.S.)
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Diaz C, Thankam FG, Agrawal DK. Karyopherins in the Remodeling of Extracellular Matrix: Implications in Tendon Injury. JOURNAL OF ORTHOPAEDICS AND SPORTS MEDICINE 2023; 5:357-374. [PMID: 37829147 PMCID: PMC10569131 DOI: 10.26502/josm.511500122] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/14/2023]
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Rotator Cuff Tendinopathies (RCT) are debilitating conditions characterized by alterations in the extracellular matrix (ECM) of the shoulder tendon, resulting in pain, discomfort, and functional limitations. Specific mediators, including HIF-1α, TGF-β, MMP-9 and others have been implicated in the morphological changes observed in the tendon ECM. These mediators rely on karyopherins, a family of nuclear proteins involved in nucleo-cytoplasmic transport; however, the role of karyopherins in RCT remains understudied despite their potential role in nuclear transport mechanisms. Also, the understanding regarding the precise contributions of karyopherins in RCT holds great promise for deciphering the underlying pathophysiological mechanisms of the disease and potentially fostering the development of targeted therapeutic strategies. This article critically discusses the implications, possibilities, and perspectives of karyopherins in the pathophysiology of RCT.
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- Connor Diaz
- University of Missouri School of Medicine, Springfield Clinical Campus, Springfield, MO 65807, USA
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- Department of Translational Research, Western University of Health Sciences, Pomona, California 91766, USA
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- Department of Translational Research, Western University of Health Sciences, Pomona, California 91766, USA
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Zhou Y, Yang X, Liu J, Yang M, Ye C, Zhu L. Carboxyamidotriazole alleviates pannus formation and cartilage erosion in rats with adjuvant arthritis. Heliyon 2023; 9:e20105. [PMID: 37809969 PMCID: PMC10559848 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2023.e20105] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/30/2022] [Revised: 08/22/2023] [Accepted: 09/12/2023] [Indexed: 10/10/2023] Open
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Carboxyamidotriazole (CAI) was initially considered a non-cytotoxic anticancer agent. However, recently, pronounced anti-inflammatory properties of CAI have been reported. Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune inflammatory disease characterized by aberrant activation of signaling pathways. Therefore, this study explored the therapeutic effects and potential mechanism of action of CAI on RA in the adjuvant arthritis (AA) model. The results showed that CAI reduced the severity of arthritis in AA rats as demonstrated by inhibited hind paw swelling, reduced body weight, and decreased infiltration of joint pathological inflammatory cells. Importantly, pathological scoring of new blood vessels and immunohistochemical assays revealed that CAI inhibited pannus formation. CAI decreased the expression of pro-angiogenic growth factors, such as vascular epidermal growth factor, basic fibroblast growth factor, and metalloproteinases (MMPs), namely, MMP-1 and MMP-3 in the synovium of AA rats. Furthermore, CAI significantly reduced the increased levels of phosphorylated p38, c-Jun N-terminal kinase (JNK)1/2, and extracellular signal-regulated kinase (ERK)1/2 proteins in AA rats. In addition, the proliferation of fibroblast-like synoviocytes (FLS) was downregulated by CAI both in vivo and in vitro. In conclusion, this investigation illustrates the therapeutic effect of CAI on synovitis and erosion of articular cartilage in RA. Furthermore, the mechanism might involve inhibition of aberrantly activated mitogen-activated protein kinase signaling, as well as a decrease in pro-angiogenic factors, MMP expression, and FLS proliferation.
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- Yongting Zhou
- Department of Pharmacology, Institute of Basic Medical Sciences, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and School of Basic Medicine, Peking Union Medical College, Beijing 100005, PR China
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- Department of Pharmacology, Institute of Basic Medical Sciences, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and School of Basic Medicine, Peking Union Medical College, Beijing 100005, PR China
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- Department of Pharmacology, Institute of Basic Medical Sciences, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and School of Basic Medicine, Peking Union Medical College, Beijing 100005, PR China
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- Department of Pharmacology, Institute of Basic Medical Sciences, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and School of Basic Medicine, Peking Union Medical College, Beijing 100005, PR China
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- Department of Pharmacology, Institute of Basic Medical Sciences, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and School of Basic Medicine, Peking Union Medical College, Beijing 100005, PR China
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- Department of Pharmacology, Institute of Basic Medical Sciences, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and School of Basic Medicine, Peking Union Medical College, Beijing 100005, PR China
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Zhang Z, Liu S, Gao T, Yang Y, Li Q, Zhao L. A novel immune-related prognostic signature based on Chemoradiotherapy sensitivity predicts long-term survival in patients with esophageal squamous cell carcinoma. PeerJ 2023; 11:e15839. [PMID: 37609436 PMCID: PMC10441524 DOI: 10.7717/peerj.15839] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/20/2023] [Accepted: 07/12/2023] [Indexed: 08/24/2023] Open
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Background There is a heterogenous clinical response following chemoradiotherapy (CRT) in esophageal squamous cell carcinoma (ESCC). Therefore, we aimed to study signaling pathway genes that affect CRT sensitivity and prognosis. Methods Gene expression analyses were performed in the GEO and TCGA datasets. A immunohistochemistry (IHC) analysis was performed in pretreatment biopsies. Results MMP13 was found to be highly expressed in the "Pathologic Complete Response (pCR)" and "Complete Remission (CR)" and "Alive" groups. Th17 cells and MMP9/13 showed a negative correlation in immune infiltration analysis. In GSEA analysis, IL-4 and IL-13 signaling pathways were highly enriched in patients exhibiting high MMP expression in pCR and CR groups. IHC results suggested higher MMP13 & IL-4 and lower IL-17A & RORC expression in the CR group compared to the 0.70, and the model could well distinguish high-risk and low-risk subgroups. Conclusion The above results may provide guidance for developing novel treatment and prognostic strategies in ESCC patients.
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- Zewei Zhang
- Sun Yat-sen University Cancer Center, Guangzhou, China
- State Key Laboratory of Oncology in South China, Guangzhou, China
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- Sun Yat-sen University Cancer Center, Guangzhou, China
- State Key Laboratory of Oncology in South China, Guangzhou, China
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- Sun Yat-sen University Cancer Center, Guangzhou, China
- State Key Laboratory of Oncology in South China, Guangzhou, China
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- Sun Yat-sen University Cancer Center, Guangzhou, China
- State Key Laboratory of Oncology in South China, Guangzhou, China
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- Ordos Central Hospital, Ordos, China
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- Sun Yat-sen University Cancer Center, Guangzhou, China
- State Key Laboratory of Oncology in South China, Guangzhou, China
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Almutairi S, Kalloush HM, Manoon NA, Bardaweel SK. Matrix Metalloproteinases Inhibitors in Cancer Treatment: An Updated Review (2013-2023). Molecules 2023; 28:5567. [PMID: 37513440 PMCID: PMC10384300 DOI: 10.3390/molecules28145567] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/22/2023] [Revised: 07/09/2023] [Accepted: 07/18/2023] [Indexed: 07/30/2023] Open
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Matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs) are identifiable members of proteolytic enzymes that can degrade a wide range of proteins in the extracellular matrix (ECM). MMPs can be categorized into six groups based on their substrate specificity and structural differences: collagenases, gelatinases, stromelysins, matrilysins, metalloelastase, and membrane-type MMPs. MMPs have been linked to a wide variety of biological processes, such as cell transformation and carcinogenesis. Over time, MMPs have been evaluated for their role in cancer progression, migration, and metastasis. Accordingly, various MMPs have become attractive therapeutic targets for anticancer drug development. The first generations of broad-spectrum MMP inhibitors displayed effective inhibitory activities but failed in clinical trials due to poor selectivity. Thanks to the evolution of X-ray crystallography, NMR analysis, and homology modeling studies, it has been possible to characterize the active sites of various MMPs and, consequently, to develop more selective, second-generation MMP inhibitors. In this review, we summarize the computational and synthesis approaches used in the development of MMP inhibitors and their evaluation as potential anticancer agents.
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- Shriefa Almutairi
- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, School of Pharmacy, University of Jordan, Amman 11942, Jordan
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, School of Pharmacy, University of Jordan, Amman 11942, Jordan
- Department of Pharmacy, Al-Zaytoonah University of Jordan, Amman 11733, Jordan
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, School of Pharmacy, University of Jordan, Amman 11942, Jordan
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, School of Pharmacy, University of Jordan, Amman 11942, Jordan
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Pulik Ł, Łęgosz P, Motyl G. Matrix metalloproteinases in rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis: a state of the art review. Reumatologia 2023; 61:191-201. [PMID: 37522140 PMCID: PMC10373173 DOI: 10.5114/reum/168503] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/01/2023] [Accepted: 06/19/2023] [Indexed: 08/01/2023] Open
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Although the pathological mechanisms involved in osteoarthritis (OA) and rheumatoid arthritis (RA) are different, the onset and progression of both diseases are associated with several analogous clinical manifestations, inflammation, and immune mechanisms. In both diseases, cartilage destruction is mediated by matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs) synthesized by chondrocytes and synovium fibroblasts. This review aims to summarize recent articles regarding the role of MMPs in OA and RA, as well as the possible methods of targeting MMPs to alleviate the degradation processes taking part in OA and RA. The novel experimental MMP-targeted treatments in OA and RA are MMP inhibitors eg. 3-B2, taraxasterol, and naringin, while other treatments aim to silence miRNAs, lncRNAs, or transcription factors. Additionally, other recent MMP-related developments include gene polymorphism of MMPs, which have been linked to OA susceptibility, and the MMP-generated neoepitope of CRP, which could serve as a biomarker of OA progression.
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- Łukasz Pulik
- Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology, Medical University of Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology, Medical University of Warsaw, Poland
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- Scientific Association of Reconstructive and Oncological Orthopedics of the Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology, Medical University of Warsaw, Poland
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Mays EA, Ellis EB, Hussain Z, Parajuli P, Sundararaghavan HG. Enzyme-Mediated Nerve Growth Factor Release from Nanofibers Using Gelatin Microspheres. Tissue Eng Part A 2023; 29:333-343. [PMID: 37016821 DOI: 10.1089/ten.tea.2022.0205] [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] [Indexed: 04/06/2023] Open
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Spinal cord injury is a complex environment, with many conflicting growth factors present at different times throughout the injury timeline. Delivery of multiple growth factors has received mixed results, highlighting a need to consider the timing of delivery for possibly antagonistic growth factors. Cell-mediated degradation of delivery vehicles for delayed release of growth factors offers an attractive way to exploit the highly active immune response in the spinal cord injury environment. In this study, growth factor-loaded gelatin microspheres (GMS) combined with methacrylated hyaluronic acid (MeHA) were electrospun to create GMS fibers (GMSF) for delayed release of growth factors (GFs). GMS were successfully combined with MeHA while electrospinning, with an average fiber diameter of 365 ± 10 nm and 44% ± 8% fiber alignment. GMSF with nerve growth factor (NGF) was tested on dissociated chick dorsal root ganglia cells. We further tested the effect of M1 macrophage-conditioned media (M1CM) to simulate macrophage invasion after spinal cord injury for cell-mediated degradation. We hypothesized that neurons grown on GMSF with loaded NGF would exhibit longer neurites in M1CM, showing a release of functional NGF, as compared with controls. GMSF in M1CM was significantly different from MeHA in serum-free media (SFM) and M0-conditioned media (M0CM), as well as GMSF in M0CM (p < 0.05). Moreover, GMSF + NGF in all media conditions were significantly different from MeHA in SFM and M0CM (p < 0.05). The goal of this study was to develop a biomaterial system where drug delivery is triggered by immune response, allowing for more control and longer exposure to encapsulated drugs. The spinal cord injury microenvironment is known to have a robust immune response, making this immune-medicated drug release system particularly significant for directed repair.
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- Elizabeth A Mays
- Department of Biomedical Engineering, Wayne State University, Detroit, Michigan, USA
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- Department of Chemical Engineering and Materials Science, Wayne State University, Detroit, Michigan, USA
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- School of Medicine, Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan, USA
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Wayne State University, Detroit, Michigan, USA
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Chen B, Ning K, Sun ML, Zhang XA. Regulation and therapy, the role of JAK2/STAT3 signaling pathway in OA: a systematic review. Cell Commun Signal 2023; 21:67. [PMID: 37013568 PMCID: PMC10071628 DOI: 10.1186/s12964-023-01094-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/15/2022] [Accepted: 02/26/2023] [Indexed: 04/05/2023] Open
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Osteoarthritis (OA) is a multifactorial chronic disease primarily characterized by the degeneration of articular cartilage. Currently, there is a lack of effective treatments for OA other than surgery. The exploration of the mechanisms of occurrence is important in exploring other new and effective treatments for OA. The current evidence shows that the Janus kinase 2 (JAK2)/signal transducer and activator of transcription 3 (STAT3) signaling pathway plays a vital role in cytogenesis and is involved in OA progression. The terms "JAK2", "STAT3", and "Osteoarthritis"were used in a comprehensive literature search in PubMed to further investigate the relationship between the JAK2/STAT3 signaling pathway and OA. This review focuses on the role and mechanism of JAK2/STAT3 signaling in cartilage degradation, subchondral bone dysfunction, and synovial inflammation. In addition, this review summarizes recent evidence of therapeutic approaches to treat OA by targeting the JAK2/STAT3 pathway to accelerate the translation of evidence into the progression of strategies for OA treatment. Video abstract.
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- Bo Chen
- College of Exercise and Health, Shenyang Sport University, Shenyang, China
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- College of Exercise and Health, Shenyang Sport University, Shenyang, China
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- College of Exercise and Health, Shenyang Sport University, Shenyang, China
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- College of Exercise and Health, Shenyang Sport University, Shenyang, China.
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Panichi V, Bissoli I, D'Adamo S, Flamigni F, Cetrullo S, Borzì RM. NOTCH1: A Novel Player in the Molecular Crosstalk Underlying Articular Chondrocyte Protection by Oleuropein and Hydroxytyrosol. Int J Mol Sci 2023; 24:ijms24065830. [PMID: 36982904 PMCID: PMC10058228 DOI: 10.3390/ijms24065830] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/30/2022] [Revised: 03/03/2023] [Accepted: 03/13/2023] [Indexed: 03/30/2023] Open
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Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common joint disease, but no effective and safe disease-modifying treatment is available. Risk factors such as age, sex, genetics, injuries and obesity can concur to the onset of the disease, variably triggering the loss of maturational arrest of chondrocytes further sustained by oxidative stress, inflammation and catabolism. Different types of nutraceuticals have been studied for their anti-oxidative and anti-inflammatory properties. Olive-derived polyphenols draw particular interest due to their ability to dampen the activation of pivotal signaling pathways in OA. Our study aims to investigate the effects of oleuropein (OE) and hydroxytyrosol (HT) in in vitro OA models and elucidate their possible effects on NOTCH1, a novel therapeutic target for OA. Chondrocytes were cultured and exposed to lipopolysaccharide (LPS). Detailed analysis was carried out about the OE/HT mitigating effects on the release of ROS (DCHF-DA), the increased gene expression of catabolic and inflammatory markers (real time RT-PCR), the release of MMP-13 (ELISA and Western blot) and the activation of underlying signaling pathways (Western blot). Our findings show that HT/OE efficiently attenuates LPS-induced effects by firstly reducing the activation of JNK and of the NOTCH1 pathway downstream. In conclusion, our study provides molecular bases supporting the dietary supplementation of olive-derived polyphenols to revert/delay the progression of OA.
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- Veronica Panichi
- Laboratorio di Immunoreumatologia e Rigenerazione Tissutale, Laboratorio di Patologia delle Infezioni Associate all'Impianto, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, 40136 Bologna, Italy
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- Dipartimento di Scienze Biomediche e Neuromotorie, Università di Bologna, 40138 Bologna, Italy
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- Dipartimento di Scienze Biomediche e Neuromotorie, Università di Bologna, 40138 Bologna, Italy
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- Dipartimento di Scienze Biomediche e Neuromotorie, Università di Bologna, 40138 Bologna, Italy
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- Dipartimento di Scienze Biomediche e Neuromotorie, Università di Bologna, 40138 Bologna, Italy
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- Laboratorio di Immunoreumatologia e Rigenerazione Tissutale, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, 40136 Bologna, Italy
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Protective Effects of Glycine soja Leaf and Stem Extract against Chondrocyte Inflammation and Osteoarthritis. Int J Mol Sci 2023; 24:ijms24054829. [PMID: 36902256 PMCID: PMC10002952 DOI: 10.3390/ijms24054829] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/12/2023] [Revised: 02/17/2023] [Accepted: 02/20/2023] [Indexed: 03/06/2023] Open
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Wild soybean, also known as Glycine soja Sieb. et Zucc. (GS), has long been known for its various health benefits. Although various pharmacological effects of G. soja have been studied, the effects of GS leaf and stem (GSLS) on osteoarthritis (OA) have not been evaluated. Here, we examined the anti-inflammatory effects of GSLS in interleukin-1β (IL-1β)-stimulated SW1353 human chondrocytes. GSLS inhibited the expression of inflammatory cytokines and matrix metalloproteinases and ameliorated the degradation of collagen type II in IL-1β-stimulated chondrocytes. Furthermore, GSLS played a protective role in chondrocytes by inhibiting the activation of NF-κB. In addition, our in vivo study demonstrated that GSLS ameliorated pain and reversed cartilage degeneration in joints by inhibiting inflammatory responses in a monosodium iodoacetate (MIA)-induced OA rat model. GSLS remarkably reduced the MIA-induced OA symptoms, such as joint pain, and decreased the serum levels of proinflammatory mediators, cytokines, and matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs). Our findings show that GSLS exerts anti-osteoarthritic effects and reduces pain and cartilage degeneration by downregulating inflammation, suggesting that it is a useful therapeutic candidate for OA.
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Gerami MH, Khorram R, Rasoolzadegan S, Mardpour S, Nakhaei P, Hashemi S, Al-Naqeeb BZT, Aminian A, Samimi S. Emerging role of mesenchymal stem/stromal cells (MSCs) and MSCs-derived exosomes in bone- and joint-associated musculoskeletal disorders: a new frontier. Eur J Med Res 2023; 28:86. [PMID: 36803566 PMCID: PMC9939872 DOI: 10.1186/s40001-023-01034-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/27/2022] [Accepted: 01/26/2023] [Indexed: 02/22/2023] Open
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Exosomes are membranous vesicles with a 30 to 150 nm diameter secreted by mesenchymal stem/stromal cells (MSCs) and other cells, such as immune cells and cancer cells. Exosomes convey proteins, bioactive lipids, and genetic components to recipient cells, such as microRNAs (miRNAs). Consequently, they have been implicated in regulating intercellular communication mediators under physiological and pathological circumstances. Exosomes therapy as a cell-free approach bypasses many concerns regarding the therapeutic application of stem/stromal cells, including undesirable proliferation, heterogeneity, and immunogenic effects. Indeed, exosomes have become a promising strategy to treat human diseases, particularly bone- and joint-associated musculoskeletal disorders, because of their characteristics, such as potentiated stability in circulation, biocompatibility, low immunogenicity, and toxicity. In this light, a diversity of studies have indicated that inhibiting inflammation, inducing angiogenesis, provoking osteoblast and chondrocyte proliferation and migration, and negative regulation of matrix-degrading enzymes result in bone and cartilage recovery upon administration of MSCs-derived exosomes. Notwithstanding, insufficient quantity of isolated exosomes, lack of reliable potency test, and exosomes heterogeneity hurdle their application in clinics. Herein, we will deliver an outline respecting the advantages of MSCs-derived exosomes-based therapy in common bone- and joint-associated musculoskeletal disorders. Moreover, we will have a glimpse the underlying mechanism behind the MSCs-elicited therapeutic merits in these conditions.
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- Mohammad Hadi Gerami
- grid.412571.40000 0000 8819 4698Bone and Joint Diseases Research Center, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran
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- grid.412571.40000 0000 8819 4698Bone and Joint Diseases Research Center, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran
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- grid.411600.2Department of Surgery, School of Medicine, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- grid.411705.60000 0001 0166 0922Department of Radiology, Imam Khomeini Hospital, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- grid.411705.60000 0001 0166 0922Endocrinology and Metabolism Research Center (EMRC), Vali-Asr Hospital, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- grid.411036.10000 0001 1498 685XObstetrician, Gynaecology & Infertility Department, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran
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- Bone and Joint Reconstruction Research Center, Shafa Orthopedic Hospital, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
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- Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
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Alway SE, Paez HG, Pitzer CR, Ferrandi PJ, Khan MM, Mohamed JS, Carson JA, Deschenes MR. Mitochondria transplant therapy improves regeneration and restoration of injured skeletal muscle. J Cachexia Sarcopenia Muscle 2023; 14:493-507. [PMID: 36604839 PMCID: PMC9891964 DOI: 10.1002/jcsm.13153] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 20.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/22/2022] [Revised: 11/17/2022] [Accepted: 11/29/2022] [Indexed: 01/07/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Injection of exogenous mitochondria has been shown to improve the ischaemia-damaged myocardium, but the effect of mitochondrial transplant therapy (MTT) to restore skeletal muscle mass and function has not been tested following neuromuscular injury. Therefore, we tested the hypothesis that MTT would improve the restoration of muscle function after injury. METHODS BaCl2 was injected into the gastrocnemius muscle of one limb of 8-12-week-old C57BL/6 mice to induce damage without injury to the resident stem cells. The contralateral gastrocnemius muscle was injected with phosphate-buffered saline (PBS) and served as the non-injured intra-animal control. Mitochondria were isolated from donor mice. Donor mitochondria were suspended in PBS or PBS without mitochondria (sham treatment) and injected into the tail vein of BaCl2 injured mice 24 h after the initial injury. Muscle repair was examined 7, 14 and 21 days after injury. RESULTS MTT did not increase systemic inflammation in mice. Muscle mass 7 days following injury was 21.9 ± 2.1% and 17.4 ± 1.9% lower (P < 0.05) in injured as compared with non-injured intra-animal control muscles in phosphate-buffered saline (PBS)- and MTT-treated animals, respectively. Maximal plantar flexor muscle force was significantly lower in injured as compared with uninjured muscles of PBS-treated (-43.4 ± 4.2%, P < 0.05) and MTT-treated mice (-47.7 ± 7.3%, P < 0.05), but the reduction in force was not different between the experimental groups. The percentage of collagen and other non-contractile tissue in histological muscle cross sections, was significantly greater in injured muscles of PBS-treated mice (33.2 ± 0.2%) compared with MTT-treated mice (26.5 ± 0.2%) 7 days after injury. Muscle wet weight and maximal muscle force from injured MTT-treated mice had recovered to control levels by 14 days after the injury. However, muscle mass and force had not improved in PBS-treated animals by 14 days after injury. The non-contractile composition of the gastrocnemius muscle tissue cross sections was not different between control, repaired PBS-treated and repaired MTT-treated mice 14 days after injury. By 21 days following injury, PBS-treated mice had fully restored gastrocnemius muscle mass of the injured muscle to that of the uninjured muscle, although maximal plantar flexion force was still 19.4 ± 3.7% (P < 0.05) lower in injured/repaired gastrocnemius as compared with uninjured intra-animal control muscles. CONCLUSIONS Our results suggest that systemic mitochondria delivery can enhance the rate of muscle regeneration and restoration of muscle function following injury.
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- Stephen E Alway
- Laboratory of Muscle Biology and Sarcopenia, Division of Regenerative and Rehabilitation Sciences, College of Health Professions, University of Tennessee Health Science Center, Memphis, TN, USA.,Center for Muscle, Metabolism and Neuropathology, Division of Regenerative and Rehabilitation Sciences, College of Health Professions, University of Tennessee Health Science Center, Memphis, TN, USA.,Department of Physiology, College of Medicine, University of Tennessee Health Science Center, Memphis, TN, USA.,Tennessee Institute of Regenerative Medicine, Memphis, TN, USA
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- Laboratory of Muscle Biology and Sarcopenia, Division of Regenerative and Rehabilitation Sciences, College of Health Professions, University of Tennessee Health Science Center, Memphis, TN, USA.,Center for Muscle, Metabolism and Neuropathology, Division of Regenerative and Rehabilitation Sciences, College of Health Professions, University of Tennessee Health Science Center, Memphis, TN, USA.,Department of Physiology, College of Medicine, University of Tennessee Health Science Center, Memphis, TN, USA.,Integrated Biomedical Sciences Graduate Program, College of Graduate Health Sciences, University of Tennessee Health Science Center, Memphis, TN, USA
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- Laboratory of Muscle Biology and Sarcopenia, Division of Regenerative and Rehabilitation Sciences, College of Health Professions, University of Tennessee Health Science Center, Memphis, TN, USA.,Center for Muscle, Metabolism and Neuropathology, Division of Regenerative and Rehabilitation Sciences, College of Health Professions, University of Tennessee Health Science Center, Memphis, TN, USA.,Department of Physiology, College of Medicine, University of Tennessee Health Science Center, Memphis, TN, USA.,Integrated Biomedical Sciences Graduate Program, College of Graduate Health Sciences, University of Tennessee Health Science Center, Memphis, TN, USA
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- Center for Muscle, Metabolism and Neuropathology, Division of Regenerative and Rehabilitation Sciences, College of Health Professions, University of Tennessee Health Science Center, Memphis, TN, USA.,Integrated Biomedical Sciences Graduate Program, College of Graduate Health Sciences, University of Tennessee Health Science Center, Memphis, TN, USA.,Laboratory of Muscle and Nerve, Department of Diagnostic and Health Sciences, College of Health Professions, University of Tennessee Health Science Center, Memphis, TN, USA
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- Center for Muscle, Metabolism and Neuropathology, Division of Regenerative and Rehabilitation Sciences, College of Health Professions, University of Tennessee Health Science Center, Memphis, TN, USA.,Department of Neurology, College of Medicine, University of Tennessee Health Science Center, Memphis, TN, USA
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- Center for Muscle, Metabolism and Neuropathology, Division of Regenerative and Rehabilitation Sciences, College of Health Professions, University of Tennessee Health Science Center, Memphis, TN, USA.,Tennessee Institute of Regenerative Medicine, Memphis, TN, USA.,Laboratory of Muscle and Nerve, Department of Diagnostic and Health Sciences, College of Health Professions, University of Tennessee Health Science Center, Memphis, TN, USA
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- Center for Muscle, Metabolism and Neuropathology, Division of Regenerative and Rehabilitation Sciences, College of Health Professions, University of Tennessee Health Science Center, Memphis, TN, USA.,Tennessee Institute of Regenerative Medicine, Memphis, TN, USA.,Integrative Muscle Biology Laboratory, Division of Regenerative and Rehabilitation Sciences, College of Health Professions, University of Tennessee Health Science Center, Memphis, TN, USA
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Marcianò G, Vocca C, Rania V, Citraro R, De Sarro G, Gallelli L. Metalloproteases in Pain Generation and Persistence: A Possible Target? Biomolecules 2023; 13:biom13020268. [PMID: 36830637 PMCID: PMC9953417 DOI: 10.3390/biom13020268] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/17/2022] [Revised: 01/15/2023] [Accepted: 01/26/2023] [Indexed: 02/04/2023] Open
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Matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs) are a large family of zinc-dependent proteolytic enzymes associated with extracellular matrix protein turnover and tissue degradation. They participate to many different physiological reactions but are also hyperactivated in several diseases. Various literature studies have documented that MMPs play a role in the modulation of neuropathic and nociceptive pain. The heterogeneity of clinical and pre-clinical data is an important issue in this experimental context. Despite the presence of a good number of studies on MMP inhibitors, these drugs showed scarce efficacy and relevant side effects. In the present manuscript, we reviewed studies in the literature that define a possible role of MMPs in pain and the effects of their modulation.
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- Gianmarco Marcianò
- Operative Unit of Pharmacology and Pharmacovigilance, “Mater Domini” University Hospital, 88100 Catanzaro, Italy
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- Operative Unit of Pharmacology and Pharmacovigilance, “Mater Domini” University Hospital, 88100 Catanzaro, Italy
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- Operative Unit of Pharmacology and Pharmacovigilance, “Mater Domini” University Hospital, 88100 Catanzaro, Italy
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- Operative Unit of Pharmacology and Pharmacovigilance, “Mater Domini” University Hospital, 88100 Catanzaro, Italy
- Research Center FAS@UMG, Department of Health Science, University Magna Graecia, 88100 Catanzaro, Italy
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- Operative Unit of Pharmacology and Pharmacovigilance, “Mater Domini” University Hospital, 88100 Catanzaro, Italy
- Research Center FAS@UMG, Department of Health Science, University Magna Graecia, 88100 Catanzaro, Italy
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- Operative Unit of Pharmacology and Pharmacovigilance, “Mater Domini” University Hospital, 88100 Catanzaro, Italy
- Research Center FAS@UMG, Department of Health Science, University Magna Graecia, 88100 Catanzaro, Italy
- Medifarmagen SRL, Department of Health Science, “Mater Domini” University Hospital, 88100 Catanzaro, Italy
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +39-0961-712322
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Sudirman S, Chen CY, Chen CK, Felim J, Kuo HP, Kong ZL. Fermented jellyfish ( Rhopilema esculentum) collagen enhances antioxidant activity and cartilage protection on surgically induced osteoarthritis in obese rats. Front Pharmacol 2023; 14:1117893. [PMID: 36794279 PMCID: PMC9922849 DOI: 10.3389/fphar.2023.1117893] [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: 12/07/2022] [Accepted: 01/17/2023] [Indexed: 02/03/2023] Open
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Collagen has been considered a key treatment option in preventing damage to the articular cartilage over time and supporting the healing process, following the onset of osteoarthritis (OA). This study aimed to investigate the effect of collagen fermented from jellyfish (FJC) by Bacillus subtilis natto on anterior cruciate ligament transection with medial meniscectomy (ACLT + MMx)-induced knee OA in high-fat diet (HFD)-induced obesity in rats. The male Sprague-Dawley rats were fed an HFD for 6 weeks before ACLT + MMx surgery, after which they were administered a daily oral gavage of saline (control, OA, and OBOA), either with FJC (20 mg/kg, 40 mg/kg, and 100 mg/kg body weight) or glucosamine sulfate as a positive control (GS; 200 mg/kg body weight) for 6 weeks. Treatment with FJC decreased the fat weight, triglyceride, and total cholesterol levels in obese rats. Additionally, FJC downregulated the expression of some proinflammatory cytokines, including tumor necrosis factor-α, cyclooxygenase-2, and nitric oxide; suppressed leptin and adiponectin expression; and attenuated cartilage degradation. It also decreased the activities of matrix metalloproteinase (MMP)-1 and MMP-3. These results demonstrated that FJC showed a protective effect on articular cartilage and also suppressed the degradation of cartilage in an animal OA model, suggesting its potential efficacy as a promising candidate for OA treatment.
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- Sabri Sudirman
- Fisheries Product Technology, Faculty of Agriculture, Universitas Sriwijaya, Indralaya, Indonesia
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- Department of Food Science, National Taiwan Ocean University, Keelung, Taiwan
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- Department of Food Science, National Taiwan Ocean University, Keelung, Taiwan
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- Department of Food Science, National Taiwan Ocean University, Keelung, Taiwan
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- Department of Food Science, National Taiwan Ocean University, Keelung, Taiwan
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- Department of Food Science, National Taiwan Ocean University, Keelung, Taiwan,*Correspondence: Zwe-Ling Kong,
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Tian Y, Feng X, Zhou Z, Qin S, Chen S, Zhao J, Hou J, Liu D. Ginsenoside Compound K Ameliorates Osteoarthritis by Inhibiting the Chondrocyte Endoplasmic Reticulum Stress-Mediated IRE1α-TXNIP-NLRP3 Axis and Pyroptosis. JOURNAL OF AGRICULTURAL AND FOOD CHEMISTRY 2023; 71:1499-1509. [PMID: 36630614 DOI: 10.1021/acs.jafc.2c06134] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/17/2023]
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Osteoarthritis (OA) is a common joint disease, and studies have reported that the endoplasmic reticulum stress (ERS) in chondrocytes caused by the cartilage tissue damage could mediate the activation of Nod-like receptor protein 3 (NLRP3) inflammasomes through inositol-requiring enzyme 1 alpha (IRE1α) and thioredoxin interacting protein (TXNIP). Ginsenoside compound K (CK) has an inhibitory effect on IRE1α activation. However, the role of IRE1α-TXNIP and its interaction with CK are still unclear. In this study, we examined the role and mechanism of action of CK in OA. We found that CK ameliorated OA and ERS in IL-1β-treated chondrocytes and a monoiodoacetate-induced rat OA model. The effect of CK on inflammation, pyroptosis, and ERS was blocked by the ERS inducer tunicamycin. In conclusion, CK hindered OA progression by inhibiting the ERS-IRE1α-TXNIP-NLRP3 axis. Overall, our data indicate that CK could be useful in the treatment of OA and other chronic inflammatory diseases.
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- Yicheng Tian
- Department of Orthopedics, Shengjing Hospital of China Medical University, Shenyang, Liaoning 110004, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Shengjing Hospital of China Medical University, Shenyang, Liaoning 110004, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Shengjing Hospital of China Medical University, Shenyang, Liaoning 110004, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Shengjing Hospital of China Medical University, Shenyang, Liaoning 110004, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Shengjing Hospital of China Medical University, Shenyang, Liaoning 110004, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Shengjing Hospital of China Medical University, Shenyang, Liaoning 110004, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Shengjing Hospital of China Medical University, Shenyang, Liaoning 110004, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Shengjing Hospital of China Medical University, Shenyang, Liaoning 110004, China
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He L, Kang Q, Chan KI, Zhang Y, Zhong Z, Tan W. The immunomodulatory role of matrix metalloproteinases in colitis-associated cancer. Front Immunol 2023; 13:1093990. [PMID: 36776395 PMCID: PMC9910179 DOI: 10.3389/fimmu.2022.1093990] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 10.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/09/2022] [Accepted: 12/07/2022] [Indexed: 01/22/2023] Open
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Matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs) are an important class of enzymes in the body that function through the extracellular matrix (ECM). They are involved in diverse pathophysiological processes, such as tumor invasion and metastasis, cardiovascular diseases, arthritis, periodontal disease, osteogenesis imperfecta, and diseases of the central nervous system. MMPs participate in the occurrence and development of numerous cancers and are closely related to immunity. In the present study, we review the immunomodulatory role of MMPs in colitis-associated cancer (CAC) and discuss relevant clinical applications. We analyze more than 300 pharmacological studies retrieved from PubMed and the Web of Science, related to MMPs, cancer, colitis, CAC, and immunomodulation. Key MMPs that interfere with pathological processes in CAC such as MMP-2, MMP-3, MMP-7, MMP-9, MMP-10, MMP-12, and MMP-13, as well as their corresponding mechanisms are elaborated. MMPs are involved in cell proliferation, cell differentiation, angiogenesis, ECM remodeling, and the inflammatory response in CAC. They also affect the immune system by modulating differentiation and immune activity of immune cells, recruitment of macrophages, and recruitment of neutrophils. Herein we describe the immunomodulatory role of MMPs in CAC to facilitate treatment of this special type of colon cancer, which is preceded by detectable inflammatory bowel disease in clinical populations.
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- Luying He
- School of Pharmacy, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, China
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- School of Pharmacy, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, China
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- Macao Centre for Research and Development in Chinese Medicine, Institute of Chinese Medical Sciences, University of Macau, Macao, Macao SAR, China
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- School of Pharmacy, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, China
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- Macao Centre for Research and Development in Chinese Medicine, Institute of Chinese Medical Sciences, University of Macau, Macao, Macao SAR, China,*Correspondence: Zhangfeng Zhong, ; Wen Tan,
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- School of Pharmacy, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, China,*Correspondence: Zhangfeng Zhong, ; Wen Tan,
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Zhang Y, Tian J, Wang C, Wu T, Yi D, Wang L, Zhao D, Hou Y. N-Acetylcysteine Administration Improves the Redox and Functional Gene Expression Levels in Spleen, Mesenteric Lymph Node and Gastrocnemius Muscle in Piglets Infected with Porcine Epidemic Diarrhea Virus. Animals (Basel) 2023; 13:ani13020262. [PMID: 36670802 PMCID: PMC9854467 DOI: 10.3390/ani13020262] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/23/2022] [Revised: 01/09/2023] [Accepted: 01/10/2023] [Indexed: 01/15/2023] Open
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Our previous study reported that N-acetylcysteine (NAC) administration improved the function of intestinal absorption in piglets infected with porcine epidemic diarrhea virus (PEDV). However, the effects of NAC administration on the functions of other tissues and organs in PEDV-infected piglets have not been reported. In this study, the effects of NAC on the liver, spleen, lung, lymph node, and gastrocnemius muscle in PEDV-infected piglets were investigated. Thirty-two 7-day-old piglets with similar body weights were randomly divided into one of four groups: Control group, NAC group, PEDV group, and PEDV+NAC group (eight replicates per group and one pig per replicate). The trial had a 2 × 2 factorial design consisting of oral administration of 0 or 25 mg/kg body weight NAC and oral administration of 0 or 1.0 × 104.5 TCID50 PEDV. The trial lasted 12 days. All piglets were fed a milk replacer. On days 5-9 of the trial, piglets in the NAC and PEDV + NAC groups were orally administered NAC once a day; piglets in the control and PEDV groups were orally administered the same volume of saline. On day 9 of trial, piglets in the PEDV and PEDV+NAC groups were orally administrated 1.0 × 104.5 TCID50 PEDV, and the piglets in the control and NAC groups were orally administrated the same volume of saline. On day 12 of trial, samples, including of the liver, spleen, lung, lymph node, and gastrocnemius muscle, were collected. PEDV infection significantly increased catalase activity but significantly decreased the mRNA levels of Keap1, Nrf2, HMOX2, IFN-α, MX1, IL-10, TNF-α, S100A12, MMP3, MMP13, TGF-β, and GJA1 in the spleens of piglets. NAC administration ameliorated abnormal changes in measured variables in the spleens of PEDV-infected piglets. In addition, NAC administration also enhanced the antioxidant capacity of the mesenteric lymph nodes and gastrocnemius muscles in PEDV-infected piglets. Collectively, these novel results revealed that NAC administration improved the redox and functional gene expression levels in the spleen, mesenteric lymph nodes, and gastrocnemius muscle in PEDV-infected piglets.
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Korhonen RK, Eskelinen ASA, Orozco GA, Esrafilian A, Florea C, Tanska P. Multiscale In Silico Modeling of Cartilage Injuries. ADVANCES IN EXPERIMENTAL MEDICINE AND BIOLOGY 2023; 1402:45-56. [PMID: 37052845 DOI: 10.1007/978-3-031-25588-5_3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 04/14/2023]
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Injurious loading of the joint can be accompanied by articular cartilage damage and trigger inflammation. However, it is not well-known which mechanism controls further cartilage degradation, ultimately leading to post-traumatic osteoarthritis. For personalized prognostics, there should also be a method that can predict tissue alterations following joint and cartilage injury. This chapter gives an overview of experimental and computational methods to characterize and predict cartilage degradation following joint injury. Two mechanisms for cartilage degradation are proposed. In (1) biomechanically driven cartilage degradation, it is assumed that excessive levels of strain or stress of the fibrillar or non-fibrillar matrix lead to proteoglycan loss or collagen damage and degradation. In (2) biochemically driven cartilage degradation, it is assumed that diffusion of inflammatory cytokines leads to degradation of the extracellular matrix. When implementing these two mechanisms in a computational in silico modeling workflow, supplemented by in vitro and in vivo experiments, it is shown that biomechanically driven cartilage degradation is concentrated on the damage environment, while inflammation via synovial fluid affects all free cartilage surfaces. It is also proposed how the presented in silico modeling methodology may be used in the future for personalized prognostics and treatment planning of patients with a joint injury.
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- Rami K Korhonen
- Department of Technical Physics, University of Eastern Finland, Kuopio, Finland.
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- Department of Technical Physics, University of Eastern Finland, Kuopio, Finland
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- Department of Technical Physics, University of Eastern Finland, Kuopio, Finland
- Department of Biomedical Engineering, Lund University, Lund, Sweden
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- Department of Technical Physics, University of Eastern Finland, Kuopio, Finland
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- Department of Technical Physics, University of Eastern Finland, Kuopio, Finland
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- Department of Technical Physics, University of Eastern Finland, Kuopio, Finland
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Wang Y, Chen Y, Wei Y. Osteoarthritis animal models for biomaterial-assisted osteochondral regeneration. BIOMATERIALS TRANSLATIONAL 2022; 3:264-279. [PMID: 36846505 PMCID: PMC9947734 DOI: 10.12336/biomatertransl.2022.04.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/11/2022] [Revised: 11/26/2022] [Accepted: 12/10/2022] [Indexed: 03/01/2023]
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Clinical therapeutics for the regeneration of osteochondral defects (OCD) in the early stages of osteoarthritis remain an enormous challenge in orthopaedics. For in-depth studies of tissue engineering and regenerative medicine in terms of OCD treatment, the utility of an optimal OCD animal model is crucial for assessing the effects of implanted biomaterials on the repair of damaged osteochondral tissues. Currently, the most frequently used in vivo animal models for OCD regeneration include mice, rats, rabbits, dogs, pigs, goats, sheep, horses and nonhuman primates. However, there is no single "gold standard" animal model to accurately recapitulate human disease in all aspects, thus understanding the benefits and limitations of each animal model is critical for selecting the most suitable one. In this review, we aim to elaborate the complex pathological changes in osteoarthritic joints and to summarise the advantages and limitations of OCD animal models utilised for biomaterial testing along with the methodology of outcome assessment. Furthermore, we review the surgical procedures of OCD creation in different species, and the novel biomaterials that promote OCD regeneration. Above all, it provides a significant reference for selection of an appropriate animal model for use in preclinical in vivo studies of biomaterial-assisted osteochondral regeneration in osteoarthritic joints.
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- Yi Wang
- Department of Radiology, Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan, Hubei Province, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, Hubei Province, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, Hubei Province, China,Corresponding author: Yulong Wei,
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Ågren MS, Litman T, Eriksen JO, Schjerling P, Bzorek M, Gjerdrum LMR. Gene Expression Linked to Reepithelialization of Human Skin Wounds. Int J Mol Sci 2022; 23:ijms232415746. [PMID: 36555389 PMCID: PMC9779194 DOI: 10.3390/ijms232415746] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/18/2022] [Revised: 12/09/2022] [Accepted: 12/09/2022] [Indexed: 12/14/2022] Open
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Our understanding of the regulatory processes of reepithelialization during wound healing is incomplete. In an attempt to map the genes involved in epidermal regeneration and differentiation, we measured gene expression in formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded standardized epidermal wounds induced by the suction-blister technique with associated nonwounded skin using NanoString technology. The transcripts of 139 selected genes involved in clotting, immune response to tissue injury, signaling pathways, cell adhesion and proliferation, extracellular matrix remodeling, zinc transport and keratinocyte differentiation were evaluated. We identified 22 upregulated differentially expressed genes (DEGs) in descending order of fold change (MMP1, MMP3, IL6, CXCL8, SERPINE1, IL1B, PTGS2, HBEGF, CXCL5, CXCL2, TIMP1, CYR61, CXCL1, MMP12, MMP9, HGF, CTGF, ITGB3, MT2A, FGF7, COL4A1 and PLAUR). The expression of the most upregulated gene, MMP1, correlated strongly with MMP3 followed by IL6 and IL1B. rhIL-1β, but not rhIL-6, exposure of cultured normal human epidermal keratinocytes and normal human dermal fibroblasts increased both MMP1 mRNA and MMP-1 protein levels, as well as TIMP1 mRNA levels. The increased TIMP1 in wounds was validated by immunohistochemistry. The six downregulated DEGs (COL7A1, MMP28, SLC39A2, FLG1, KRT10 and FLG2) were associated with epidermal maturation. KLK8 showed the strongest correlation with MKI67 mRNA levels and is a potential biomarker for keratinocyte proliferation. The observed gene expression changes correlate well with the current knowledge of physiological reepithelialization. Thus, the gene expression panel described in this paper could be used in patients with impaired healing to identify possible therapeutic targets.
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- Magnus S. Ågren
- Department of Dermatology and Copenhagen Wound Healing Center, Bispebjerg Hospital, University of Copenhagen, 2400 Copenhagen, Denmark
- Digestive Disease Center, Bispebjerg Hospital, University of Copenhagen, 2400 Copenhagen, Denmark
- Department of Clinical Medicine, Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, University of Copenhagen, 2200 Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Department of Immunology and Microbiology, Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, University of Copenhagen, 2200 Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Department of Pathology, Zealand University Hospital, 4000 Roskilde, Denmark
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- Institute of Sports Medicine Copenhagen, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Copenhagen University Hospital—Bispebjerg-Frederiksberg, 2400 Copenhagen, Denmark
- Center for Healthy Aging, Department of Clinical Medicine, Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, University of Copenhagen, 2200 Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Department of Pathology, Zealand University Hospital, 4000 Roskilde, Denmark
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- Department of Clinical Medicine, Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, University of Copenhagen, 2200 Copenhagen, Denmark
- Department of Pathology, Zealand University Hospital, 4000 Roskilde, Denmark
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Kim J, Kim HS, Choi DH, Choi J, Cho SY, Kim SH, Baek HS, Yoon KD, Son SW, Son ED, Hong YD, Ko J, Cho SY, Park WS. Kaempferol tetrasaccharides restore skin atrophy via PDK1 inhibition in human skin cells and tissues: Bench and clinical studies. Biomed Pharmacother 2022; 156:113864. [DOI: 10.1016/j.biopha.2022.113864] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/15/2022] [Revised: 10/01/2022] [Accepted: 10/09/2022] [Indexed: 11/02/2022] Open
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Tang H, Qin K, Wang A, Li S, Fang S, Gao W, Lu M, Huang W, Zhang H, Yin Z. 3,3′-diindolylmethane inhibits LPS-induced human chondrocytes apoptosis and extracellular matrix degradation by activating PI3K-Akt-mTOR-mediated autophagy. Front Pharmacol 2022; 13:999851. [DOI: 10.3389/fphar.2022.999851] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/21/2022] [Accepted: 10/10/2022] [Indexed: 11/11/2022] Open
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Osteoarthritis (OA) is a chronic degenerative joint disease characterized by articular cartilage destruction. The pathological mechanisms are complex; in particular, inflammation, autophagy, and apoptosis are often involved. 3,3-Diindolylmethane (DIM), a phytoconstituent extracted from cruciferous vegetables, has various effects such as anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and anti-apoptotic. However, the effects of DIM on osteoarthritic chondrocytes remain undetermined. In this study, we simulated a lipopolysaccharide (LPS)-induced osteoarthritis model in human primary chondrocytes. We found that LPS stimulation significantly inhibited autophagy, induced chondrocyte apoptosis and extracellular matrix (ECM) degradation, which could be ameliorated by DIM. DIM inhibited the expression of a disintegrin and metalloproteinase with thrombospondin motif 5 (ADAMTS-5), matrix metalloproteinase 13 (MMP13), cleaved caspase-3, Bax, and p62, and increased the expression level of collagen II, aggrecan, Bcl-2, light chain 3 Ⅱ (LC3 Ⅱ), and beclin-1. Mechanistic studies showed that DIM increased chondrocyte autophagy levels by inhibiting the activation of PI3K/AKT/mTOR pathway. In mice destabilization of the medial meniscus (DMM) model, immunohistochemical analysis showed that DIM inhibited the expression of p-PI3K and cleaved caspase-3, increased the expression of LC3 Ⅱ. Furthermore, DIM relieved joint cartilage degeneration. In conclusion, our findings demonstrate for the first time that DIM inhibits LPS-induced chondrocyte apoptosis and ECM degradation by regulating the PI3K/AKT/mTOR-autophagy axis and delays OA progression in vivo.
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Anti-skin aging activity of eggshell membrane administration and its underlying mechanism. Mol Cell Toxicol 2022. [DOI: 10.1007/s13273-022-00291-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/07/2023]
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Background
There is active research on developing materials for improving skin function. Eggshell membrane (ESM) is one such raw material that is consumed as a functional food to support skin health. However, studies on the mechanism of improvement of skin function on ingestion of ESM are still lacking.
Objectives
To explore this mechanism of action, we conducted an ultraviolet (UV) irradiation study on a SKH-1 hairless mouse model. Feeding ESM was found to improve skin moisture and reduce wrinkles during 12 weeks of UVB irradiation.
Results
Oral administration of ESM restored moisture in the dorsal skin tissue of mice. In addition, oral ingestion of ESM also reversed the increased transepidermal water loss and reduction of mRNA expression of hyaluronic synthases induced by UVB irradiation. Furthermore, UVB irradiation-induced collagen degradation was inhibited, and the expression of the collagenase MMP was reduced in the ESM intake group compared to the control. These results confirmed that oral ingestion of the ESM has an anti-wrinkle effect. In addition, the mRNA expression of the antioxidant enzyme SOD1, which was reduced on UVB irradiation, was restored on ingestion of the ESM. Restoring the expression of antioxidant enzymes is a key strategy for improving skin function of the ESM.
Conclusion
Taken together, the findings from our study reveal the potential of ESM as a nutricosmetic material with anti-wrinkle and skin moisturizing properties.
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