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Zhao Q, Gu M, Ni M, Li J, Wu T, Zhu S, Zhou Y, Lu Y, Li X, Xu H, Lu M. ROS responsive hydrogel for inhibition of MUC5AC against allergic rhinitis: A new delivery strategy for Ipratropium Bromide. Colloids Surf B Biointerfaces 2024; 242:114112. [PMID: 39047643 DOI: 10.1016/j.colsurfb.2024.114112] [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: 06/12/2024] [Revised: 07/12/2024] [Accepted: 07/19/2024] [Indexed: 07/27/2024]
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Allergic rhinitis (AR) is a chronic inflammatory disease of the nasal mucosa mediated by immunoglobulin E (IgE) after exposure to allergens. The bothersome symptoms of AR, such as runny nose and nasal congestion, affect millions of people worldwide. Ipratropium Bromide (IB), commonly used in clinical practice for treating AR, requires frequent administration through nasal spray and may cause significant irritation to the nasal mucosa. The induction of ROS is closely related to the initiation and symptoms of AR, and ROS will continue to accumulate during the onset of AR. To address these challenges, we have designed a drug delivery system that can be administered in liquid form and rapidly crosslink into a ROS-responsive gel in the nasal cavity. This system enables sustained ROS responsive release of IB in a high-concentration ROS environment at AR lesions, thereby alleviating AR symptoms. The gel demonstrated prolonged release of IB for up to 24 hours in rats. In the treatment of AR rat models, it improved their symptoms, reduced the expression of various inflammatory factors, suppressed MUC5AC protein expression, and decreased mucus secretion through a ROS responsive IB release pattern. Overall, this system holds promise as a better option for AR treatment and may inspire the design of nanogel-based nasal drug delivery systems.
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- Qianqian Zhao
- Department of Pharmaceutics, School of Pharmacy, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing 211166, China
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology & Clinical Allergy Center, The First Affiliated Hospital, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing 210029, China
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, School of Pharmacy, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing 211166, China
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, School of Pharmacy, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing 211166, China
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, School of Pharmacy, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing 211166, China
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, School of Pharmacy, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing 211166, China
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, School of Pharmacy, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing 211166, China
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, School of Pharmacy, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing 211166, China
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- Department of Geriatric Gastroenterology, the First Affiliated Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing 210009, China.
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, School of Pharmacy, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing 211166, China.
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology & Clinical Allergy Center, The First Affiliated Hospital, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing 210029, China.
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Jin L, Tan S, Fan K, Wang Y, Yu S. Research Progress of Hydrogen on Chronic Nasal Inflammation. J Inflamm Res 2023; 16:2149-2157. [PMID: 37220503 PMCID: PMC10200111 DOI: 10.2147/jir.s413179] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/19/2023] [Accepted: 05/06/2023] [Indexed: 05/25/2023] Open
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Chronic nasal mucosal inflammatory disease is a common nasal disease, which is involved by inflammatory cells and a variety of cytokines. Its main pathological features are inflammatory reaction, increased secretion, mucosal swelling and thickening of nasal cavity or paranasal sinuses.It mainly includes chronic rhinitis (divided into allergic rhinitis, non-allergic rhinitis), chronic sinusitis (divided into with nasal polyps, without nasal polyps type), etc.The main symptoms of chronic rhinitis are nasal itching, sneezing, runny nose, and nasal congestion. The main symptoms of chronic sinusitis are nasal congestion, purulent or sticky nasal discharge, headache, and reduced sense of smell. They are a type of disease with a high incidence rate and seriously affect the quality of human life.Although the etiology and treatment of this type of disease have been extensively studied, there are still many aspects that are unclear.Currently, oxidative stress is believed to be an important link in the pathogenesis of chronic inflammatory diseases of the nasal mucosa. Therefore, anti-oxidative stress is a direction of research for the treatment of chronic nasal mucosal inflammatory diseases.Hydrogen, as a medically therapeutic gas, has been extensively studied for its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anti-damage properties, and has been used in the treatment of various diseases.Although there are relatively few studies on the use of hydrogen for nasal inflammation, its positive effects have also been found. This article systematically summarizes the relevant research on the use of hydrogen to improve chronic nasal mucosal inflammation, with the aim of clarifying the ideas and indicating the direction for further research in the future.
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- Ling Jin
- Department of Otolaryngology, Tongji Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, 200065, People’s Republic of China
- Department of Allergy, Tongji Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, 200065, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Otolaryngology, Tongji Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, 200065, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Otolaryngology, Tongji Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, 200065, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Otolaryngology, Tongji Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, 200065, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Otolaryngology, Tongji Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, 200065, People’s Republic of China
- Department of Allergy, Tongji Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, 200065, People’s Republic of China
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Liu S, Wang C, Zhang Y, Zhang Y, Song Y, Jiang J, Liu R, Jin H, Yan G, Jin Y. Polydatin inhibits mitochondrial damage and mitochondrial ROS by promoting PINK1-Parkin-mediated mitophagy in allergic rhinitis. FASEB J 2023; 37:e22852. [PMID: 36906289 DOI: 10.1096/fj.202201231rr] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/02/2022] [Revised: 02/07/2023] [Accepted: 02/20/2023] [Indexed: 03/13/2023]
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Polydatin (PD), a natural product derived from Polygonum cuspidatum, has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects and has significant benefits in treating allergic diseases. However, its role and mechanism in allergic rhinitis (AR) have not been fully elucidated. Herein, we investigated the effect and mechanism of PD in AR. AR model was established in mice with OVA. Human nasal epithelial cells (HNEpCs) were stimulated with IL-13. HNEpCs were also treated with an inhibitor of mitochondrial division or transfected with siRNA. The levels of IgE and cellular inflammatory factors were examined by enzyme linked immunosorbent assay and flow cytometry. The expressions of PINK1, Parkin, P62, LC3B, NLRP3 inflammasome proteins, and apoptosis proteins in nasal tissues and HNEpCs were measured by Western blot. We found that PD suppressed OVA-induced epithelial thickening and eosinophil accumulation in the nasal mucosa, reduced IL-4 production in NALF, and regulated Th1/Th2 balance. In addition, mitophagy was induced in AR mice after OVA challenge and in HNEpCs after IL-13 stimulation. Meanwhile, PD enhanced PINK1-Parkin-mediated mitophagy but decreased mitochondrial reactive oxygen species (mtROS) production, NLRP3 inflammasome activation, and apoptosis. However, PD-induced mitophagy was abrogated after PINK1 knockdown or Mdivi-1 treatment, indicating a key role of the PINK1-Parkin in PD-induced mitophagy. Moreover, mitochondrial damage, mtROS production, NLRP3 inflammasome activation, and HNEpCs apoptosis under IL-13 exposure were more severe after PINK1 knockdown or Mdivi-1 treatment. Conclusively, PD may exert protective effects on AR by promoting PINK1-Parkin-mediated mitophagy, which further suppresses apoptosis and tissue damage in AR through decreasing mtROS production and NLRP3 inflammasome activation.
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- Siqi Liu
- Jilin Key Laboratory for Immune and Targeting Research on Common Allergic Diseases, Yanbian University, Yanji, P.R. China.,Department of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, Affiliated Hospital of Yanbian University, Yanji, P.R. China
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- Jilin Key Laboratory for Immune and Targeting Research on Common Allergic Diseases, Yanbian University, Yanji, P.R. China.,Department of Anatomy, Histology and Embryology, Yanbian University Medical College, Yanji, P.R. China
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- Jilin Key Laboratory for Immune and Targeting Research on Common Allergic Diseases, Yanbian University, Yanji, P.R. China.,Department of Anatomy, Histology and Embryology, Yanbian University Medical College, Yanji, P.R. China
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- Jilin Key Laboratory for Immune and Targeting Research on Common Allergic Diseases, Yanbian University, Yanji, P.R. China.,Department of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, Affiliated Hospital of Yanbian University, Yanji, P.R. China
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- Jilin Key Laboratory for Immune and Targeting Research on Common Allergic Diseases, Yanbian University, Yanji, P.R. China.,Department of Anatomy, Histology and Embryology, Yanbian University Medical College, Yanji, P.R. China
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- Jilin Key Laboratory for Immune and Targeting Research on Common Allergic Diseases, Yanbian University, Yanji, P.R. China.,Department of Anatomy, Histology and Embryology, Yanbian University Medical College, Yanji, P.R. China
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- Jilin Key Laboratory for Immune and Targeting Research on Common Allergic Diseases, Yanbian University, Yanji, P.R. China.,Department of Anatomy, Histology and Embryology, Yanbian University Medical College, Yanji, P.R. China
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- Jilin Key Laboratory for Immune and Targeting Research on Common Allergic Diseases, Yanbian University, Yanji, P.R. China.,Department of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, Affiliated Hospital of Yanbian University, Yanji, P.R. China
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- Jilin Key Laboratory for Immune and Targeting Research on Common Allergic Diseases, Yanbian University, Yanji, P.R. China.,Department of Anatomy, Histology and Embryology, Yanbian University Medical College, Yanji, P.R. China
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- Jilin Key Laboratory for Immune and Targeting Research on Common Allergic Diseases, Yanbian University, Yanji, P.R. China.,Department of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, Affiliated Hospital of Yanbian University, Yanji, P.R. China
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Alkarni M, Lipman M, Lowe DM. The roles of neutrophils in non-tuberculous mycobacterial pulmonary disease. Ann Clin Microbiol Antimicrob 2023; 22:14. [PMID: 36800956 PMCID: PMC9938600 DOI: 10.1186/s12941-023-00562-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/07/2022] [Accepted: 01/30/2023] [Indexed: 02/19/2023] Open
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Non-tuberculous Mycobacterial Pulmonary Disease (NTM-PD) is an increasingly recognised global health issue. Studies have suggested that neutrophils may play an important role in controlling NTM infection and contribute to protective immune responses within the early phase of infection. However, these cells are also adversely associated with disease progression and exacerbation and can contribute to pathology, for example in the development of bronchiectasis. In this review, we discuss the key findings and latest evidence regarding the diverse functions of neutrophils in NTM infection. First, we focus on studies that implicate neutrophils in the early response to NTM infection and the evidence reporting neutrophils' capability to kill NTM. Next, we present an overview of the positive and negative effects that characterise the bidirectional relationship between neutrophils and adaptive immunity. We consider the pathological role of neutrophils in driving the clinical phenotype of NTM-PD including bronchiectasis. Finally, we highlight the current promising treatments in development targeting neutrophils in airways diseases. Clearly, more insights on the roles of neutrophils in NTM-PD are needed in order to inform both preventative strategies and host-directed therapy for these important infections.
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- Meyad Alkarni
- grid.83440.3b0000000121901201Institute of Immunity and Transplantation, University College London, Pears Building, Rowland Hill Street, London, NW3 2PP UK
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- grid.83440.3b0000000121901201UCL Respiratory, University College London, London, UK
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- grid.83440.3b0000000121901201Institute of Immunity and Transplantation, University College London, Pears Building, Rowland Hill Street, London, NW3 2PP UK
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Li X, Yang B. Non-Transport Functions of Aquaporins. ADVANCES IN EXPERIMENTAL MEDICINE AND BIOLOGY 2023; 1398:65-80. [PMID: 36717487 DOI: 10.1007/978-981-19-7415-1_5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/01/2023]
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Although it has been more than 20 years since the first aquaporin was discovered, the specific functions of many aquaporins are still under investigation, because various mice lacking aquaporins have no significant phenotypes. And in many studies, the function of aquaporin is not directly related to its transport function. Therefore, this chapter will focus on some unexpected functions of aquaporins, such the decreased tumor angiogenesis in AQP1 knockout mice, and AQP1 promotes cell migration, possibly by accelerating the water transport in lamellipodia of migrating cells. AQP transports glycerol, and water regulates glycerol content in epidermis and fat, thereby regulating skin hydration/biosynthesis and fat metabolism. AQPs may also be involved in neural signal transduction, cell volume regulation, and organelle physiology. AQP1, AQP3, and AQP5 are also involved in cell proliferation. In addition, AQPs have also been reported to play roles in inflammation in various tissues and organs. The functions of these AQPs may not depend on the permeability of small molecules such as water and glycerol, suggesting AQPs may play more roles in different biological processes in the body.
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- Xiaowei Li
- State Key Laboratory of Natural and Biomimetic Drugs, Department of Pharmacology, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Peking University, Beijing, China
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- School of Basic Medical Sciences, Peking University, Beijing, China.
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The stimulator of interferon genes (STING) agonists for treating acute myeloid leukemia (AML): current knowledge and future outlook. CLINICAL & TRANSLATIONAL ONCOLOGY : OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF THE FEDERATION OF SPANISH ONCOLOGY SOCIETIES AND OF THE NATIONAL CANCER INSTITUTE OF MEXICO 2022; 25:1545-1553. [PMID: 36587109 DOI: 10.1007/s12094-022-03065-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/24/2022] [Accepted: 12/26/2022] [Indexed: 01/01/2023]
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Acute myeloid leukemia (AML) is an aggressive hematologic cancer in adults. Some patients exhibit restricted T cell infiltration and do not respond to routine treatments. This may be prevented by enhancing adaptive immunity by stimulating innate immune cells inside the tumor microenvironment (TME). To activate the adaptive immunological reaction against tumors, type I interferons (IFNs) can promote the presentation of tumor-specific cytotoxic T lymphocyte (CTL) cell recruitment. During the activation of innate immunity, cyclic di-nucleotides (CDNs) bind to and stimulate the stimulator of interferon genes (STING), a protein localized inside the endoplasmic reticulum (ER) membrane, resulting in the expression of type I IFNs. The efficacy of STING agonists as effective stimulators of the anti-tumor response in AML is being investigated in numerous clinical studies. Therefore, the purpose of this investigation was to thoroughly review existing knowledge in this field and provide perspective into the clinical potential of STING agonists in AML.
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Jin L, Fan K, Tan S, Liu S, Ge Q, Wang Y, Ai Z, Yu S. The Beneficial Effects of Hydrogen-Rich Saline Irrigation on Chronic Rhinitis: A Randomized, Double-Blind Clinical Trial. J Inflamm Res 2022; 15:3983-3995. [PMID: 35873384 PMCID: PMC9296884 DOI: 10.2147/jir.s365611] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/09/2022] [Accepted: 07/10/2022] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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Purpose Chronic rhinitis (CR) is a common chronic inflammation of the nasal mucosa. Nasal saline irrigation has been demonstrated to be an effective treatment for CR. In this study, we investigated the beneficial effects of hydrogen-rich saline irrigation as an anti-inflammatory irrigation therapy for CR and compared its effectiveness over saline irrigation. Hydrogen-rich saline (HRS) was investigated due to its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Methods A total of 120 patients with CR were randomly divided into two groups, patients irrigated with HR (HRS group) and the control group irrigated with saline (NS group). A randomized, double-blind control study was performed. The main observation index in this study was the total score of nasal symptoms (TNSS). In addition, eosinophilic protein (ECP) of the nasal secretions, nasal nitric oxide (nNO) levels, and levels of regulatory T cells (Treg) and regulatory B cells (Breg) were also compared between the two groups. Furthermore, patients with allergic rhinitis (AR) and non-allergic rhinitis (NAR) were also evaluated based on serum-specific IgE positivity. Results After treatment, TNSS and nasal ECP in the two groups decreased significantly (P<0.05), with patients in the HRS group showing significantly lower levels compared to the NS group (P<0.05). There were no significant differences in Treg and Breg levels between the two groups. Subgroup analysis showed that TNSS in the AR-HRS group showed a more significant reduction compared to the AR-NS group (P<0.05); however, there were no significant differences for the other inflammatory biomarkers (P>0.05). ECP levels were reduced significantly in the NAR subgroup compared to NS irrigation (P<0.05). There were no obvious adverse events observed in patients during the entire treatment period. Conclusion Compared to saline irrigation, HRS nasal irrigation was found to improve CR clinical symptoms, especially in patients with AR. HRS could effectively be used for the clinical treatment of patients with CR. ![]()
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Affiliation(s)
- Ling Jin
- Department of Otolaryngology, Tongji Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, 200065, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Otolaryngology, Tongji Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, 200065, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Otolaryngology, Tongji Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, 200065, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Otolaryngology, Tongji Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, 200065, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Otolaryngology, Tongji Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, 200065, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Otolaryngology, Tongji Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, 200065, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Medical Statistics, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, 200331, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Otolaryngology, Tongji Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, 200065, People's Republic of China
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Li X, Li L, Liu X, Wu J, Sun X, Li Z, Geng YJ, Liu F, Zhou Y. Attenuation of Cardiac Ischaemia-reperfusion Injury by Treatment with Hydrogen-rich Water. Curr Mol Med 2020; 19:294-302. [PMID: 30907314 PMCID: PMC7061975 DOI: 10.2174/1566524019666190321113544] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/30/2018] [Revised: 02/18/2019] [Accepted: 03/19/2019] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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Background: Hydrogen has been shown to exert a bioactive effect on the myocardium. This study examined the signalling pathways for hydrogen attenuating ischaemia-reperfusion injury. Methods: In total, 20 male Wistar rats were evaluated for the effects of hydrogen-rich water on ischaemia-reperfusion in hearts. Left ventricular tissue was taken for screening and analysis of active protein factors by protein chip technology. The enrichment of the KEGG pathway was obtained by using the Gene Ontology (GO) enrichment principle. The expression of JAK2, STAT1, STAT3, p-STAT1, p-JAK2, p-STAT3 in rat myocardium was detected by Western blot analysis and immunohistochemistry. The apoptosis rates of the control and hydrogen-rich water groups were detected by TUNEL staining. Results: The expression levels of 25 proteins, including five transduction pathways, were downregulated in the hydrogen-rich water group. The expression levels of p-JAK2/JAK2, p-STAT3/STAT3 were upregulated in the hydrogen-rich water group compared with the control group, and p-STAT1/STAT1 was downregulated in the hydrogen-rich water group compared with the control group. Furthermore, the apoptosis rate was significantly decreased in the hydrogen-rich water group, as well. Conclusion: Hydrogen-rich water may inhibit the apoptosis of cardiomyocytes after ischaemia-reperfusion by upregulating the expression of the JAK2-STAT3 signalling pathway, which reduces ischaemia-reperfusion injury.
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- Xiangzi Li
- School of Medicine, Hebei University, Baoding 071000, China
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- School of Medicine, Hebei University, Baoding 071000, China
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- School of Medicine, Hebei University, Baoding 071000, China
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- School of Medicine, Hebei University, Baoding 071000, China
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- School of Medicine, Hebei University, Baoding 071000, China
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- School of Chemistry, Hebei University, Baoding 071000, China
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- Centre for Cardiovascular Biology and Atherosclerosis Research, Division of Cardiovascular Medicine, Department of Internal Medicine, University of Texas Medical School at Houston, Houston, TX 77030, United States
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- School of Medicine, Hebei University, Baoding 071000, China.,Department of Cardiac Surgery, Affiliated Hospital of Hebei University, Baoding 071000, China
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- School of Medicine, Hebei University, Baoding 071000, China
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Qi G, Wang B, Song X, Li H, Jin Y. A green, efficient and precise hydrogen therapy of cancer based on in vivo electrochemistry. Natl Sci Rev 2019; 7:660-670. [PMID: 34692085 PMCID: PMC8288856 DOI: 10.1093/nsr/nwz199] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/03/2019] [Revised: 11/01/2019] [Accepted: 11/20/2019] [Indexed: 12/14/2022] Open
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By combined use of traditional Chinese acupuncture Fe needle electrode and in vivo electrochemistry, we achieved in vivo H2 generation in tumors in a controllable manner and exploited it for effective and green therapy of tumors for the first time. The cathodic acupuncture electrodes working under an applied voltage of ∼3 V (with minimal damage to the living body) undergo effective electrochemical reactions in the acidic tumor area that produce sufficient H2 locally to cause cancer cells to burst and die. Due to puncture positioning, the acidic tumor microenvironment and gas diffusion effect, the developed H2 generation electrochemotherapy (H2-ECT) strategy enables precise and large-scale tumor therapy, as demonstrated by in vivo treatment of diseased mice (glioma and breast cancers). Such green H2-ECT is simple, highly efficient and minimally invasive, requiring no expensive medical equipment or nano materials and medication, and is therefore very promising for potential clinical applications.
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- Guohua Qi
- State Key Laboratory of Electroanalytical Chemistry, Changchun Institute of Applied Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Changchun 130022, China
- University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100049, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Electroanalytical Chemistry, Changchun Institute of Applied Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Changchun 130022, China
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- School of Public Health, Jilin University, Changchun 130021, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Electroanalytical Chemistry, Changchun Institute of Applied Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Changchun 130022, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Electroanalytical Chemistry, Changchun Institute of Applied Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Changchun 130022, China
- University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100049, China
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Wu Y, Yuan M, Song J, Chen X, Yang H. Hydrogen Gas from Inflammation Treatment to Cancer Therapy. ACS NANO 2019; 13:8505-8511. [PMID: 31329427 DOI: 10.1021/acsnano.9b05124] [Citation(s) in RCA: 103] [Impact Index Per Article: 20.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/24/2023]
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Hydrogen (H2) therapy is a highly promising strategy against several diseases due to its inherent biosafety. However, the current H2 treatment modalities rely predominantly on the systemic administration of the gas, resulting in poor targeting and utilization. Furthermore, although H2 has significant anti-tumor effects, the underlying mechanisms have not yet been elucidated. Due to their ultrasmall size, nanomaterials are highly suitable drug-delivery systems with a myriad of biomedical applications. Nanocarrier-mediated H2 delivery, as well as in situ production of H2 by nanogenerators, can significantly improve targeted accumulation of the gas and accelerate the therapeutic effects. In addition, nanomaterials can be further modified to enhance passive or active accumulation at the target site. In this Perspective, we summarize the mechanism of H2 therapy and describe possibilities for combining H2 therapy with nanomaterials. We also discuss the current challenges of H2 therapy and provide some insights into this burgeoning field.
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- Ying Wu
- MOE Key Laboratory for Analytical Science of Food Safety and Biology, State Key Laboratory of Photocatalysis on Energy and Environment, College of Chemistry , Fuzhou University , Fuzhou 350116 , P.R. China
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- MOE Key Laboratory for Analytical Science of Food Safety and Biology, State Key Laboratory of Photocatalysis on Energy and Environment, College of Chemistry , Fuzhou University , Fuzhou 350116 , P.R. China
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- MOE Key Laboratory for Analytical Science of Food Safety and Biology, State Key Laboratory of Photocatalysis on Energy and Environment, College of Chemistry , Fuzhou University , Fuzhou 350116 , P.R. China
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- Laboratory of Molecular Imaging and Nanomedicine (LOMIN), National Institute of Biomedical Imaging and Bioengineering (NIBIB) , National Institutes of Health (NIH) Bethesda , Maryland 20892 , United States
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- MOE Key Laboratory for Analytical Science of Food Safety and Biology, State Key Laboratory of Photocatalysis on Energy and Environment, College of Chemistry , Fuzhou University , Fuzhou 350116 , P.R. China
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Fang S, Li X, Wei X, Zhang Y, Ma Z, Wei Y, Wang W. Beneficial effects of hydrogen gas inhalation on a murine model of allergic rhinitis. Exp Ther Med 2018; 16:5178-5184. [PMID: 30542474 PMCID: PMC6257674 DOI: 10.3892/etm.2018.6880] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/17/2018] [Accepted: 09/24/2018] [Indexed: 01/08/2023] Open
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Allergic rhinitis (AR) is a common chronic inflammatory condition. It has been previously indicated that oxidative stress may contribute to allergic inflammation, including AR. Although molecular hydrogen (H2), an antioxidative agent, has been effective in treatment of numerous oxidative stress-associated diseases, the effect of inhalation of a high concentration of H2 on AR remains unknown. In the current study, female BALB/c mice were sensitized with ovalbumin (OVA) followed by intranasal OVA challenge to establish an animal model of AR. Mice were subjected to exposure to H2 and the inert gas helium at different frequencies and durations. The frequencies of sneezing/scratching and the body weights of mice were recorded. Histological analysis and multiplex cytokine assays were performed to evaluate the effects of H2 on AR. Challenge with OVA induced significant nasal mucosa inflammation. H2 inhalation reduced the infiltration of inflammatory cells into mucosa and lowered the levels of interleukin (IL)-5, IL-13 and monocyte chemoattractant protein-1 in serum. H2 inhalation slightly increased the level of interferon-γ, however the difference was not statistically significant. Treatment with H2 limited the weight increase in healthy mice and reversed the weight loss in mice with AR. Furthermore, H2 inhalation induced a therapeutic effect on AR in a dose-dependent manner. The current results demonstrate that H2 may demonstrate a therapeutic value for allergic diseases.
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- Shengjian Fang
- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Shanghai East Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine, Shanghai 200120, P.R. China
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Shanghai East Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine, Shanghai 200120, P.R. China
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Shanghai East Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine, Shanghai 200120, P.R. China
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Shanghai East Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine, Shanghai 200120, P.R. China
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Shanghai East Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine, Shanghai 200120, P.R. China
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- Research Center for Translational Medicine, Shanghai East Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine, Shanghai 200120, P.R. China.,Key Laboratory of Arrhythmias of The Ministry of Education of China, Tongji University School of Medicine, Shanghai 200120, P.R. China
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Shanghai East Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine, Shanghai 200120, P.R. China
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Kilic K, Sakat MS, Yildirim S, Kandemir FM, Gozeler MS, Dortbudak MB, Kucukler S. The amendatory effect of hesperidin and thymol in allergic rhinitis: an ovalbumin-induced rat model. Eur Arch Otorhinolaryngol 2018; 276:407-415. [DOI: 10.1007/s00405-018-5222-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/14/2018] [Accepted: 11/26/2018] [Indexed: 01/06/2023]
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Li HT, Chen ZG, Lin YS, Liu H, Ye J, Zou XL, Wang YH, Yang HL, Zhang TT. CpG-ODNs and Budesonide Act Synergistically to Improve Allergic Responses in Combined Allergic Rhinitis and Asthma Syndrome Induced by Chronic Exposure to Ovalbumin by Modulating the TSLP-DC-OX40L Axis. Inflammation 2018; 41:1304-1320. [PMID: 29654433 DOI: 10.1007/s10753-018-0779-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/12/2023]
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The experimental model of combined allergic rhinitis and asthma syndrome (CARAS) has shown that CpG oligodeoxynucleotides (CpG-ODNs) are potential inhibitors of type 2 helper cell-driven inflammatory responses. Currently available CpG-ODNs modestly inhibit allergic responses in CARAS, while a combination strategy for upper airway treatment by co-administration of CpG-ODNs and glucocorticoids may show good efficacy. This study aimed to assess the therapeutic effects of CpG-ODNs combined with budesonide (BUD) on upper and lower-airway inflammation and remodeling in mice with CARAS induced by chronic exposure to ovalbumin (OVA), exploring the possible underlying molecular mechanisms. A BALB/c mouse model of chronic CARAS was established by systemic sensitization and repeated challenge with OVA. Treatment with CpG-ODNs or BUD by intranasal administration was started 1 h after OVA challenge. Then, nasal mucosa and lung tissues were fixed and stained for pathologic analysis. The resulting immunologic variables and TSLP-DC-OX40L axis parameters were evaluated. Both CpG-ODNs and BUD intranasal administration are effective on reducing Th2-type airway inflammation and tissue remodeling. Co-administration of CpG-ODNs and BUD was more effective than each monotherapy in attenuating upper and lower-airway inflammation as well as airway remodeling in chronic CARAS. Notably, combination of CpG-ODNs with BUD modulated the TSLP-DC-OX40L axis, as demonstrated by decreased TSLP production in the nose and lung, alongside decreased TSLPR and OX40L in DC. Intranasal co-administration of CpG-ODNs and BUD synergistically alleviates airway inflammation and tissue remodeling in experimental chronic CARAS, through shared cellular pathways, as a potent antagonist of the TSLP-DC-OX40L axis.
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- Hong-Tao Li
- Department of Respiratory Medicine, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University, Institute of Respiratory Diseases of Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Pediatrics, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Respiratory Medicine, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University, Institute of Respiratory Diseases of Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Respiratory Medicine, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University, Institute of Respiratory Diseases of Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Respiratory Medicine, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University, Institute of Respiratory Diseases of Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Respiratory Medicine, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University, Institute of Respiratory Diseases of Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Respiratory Medicine, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University, Institute of Respiratory Diseases of Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Respiratory Medicine, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University, Institute of Respiratory Diseases of Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, People's Republic of China.
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Xu F, Yu S, Qin M, Mao Y, Jin L, Che N, Liu S, Ge R. Hydrogen-Rich Saline Ameliorates Allergic Rhinitis by Reversing the Imbalance of Th1/Th2 and Up-Regulation of CD4+CD25+Foxp3+Regulatory T Cells, Interleukin-10, and Membrane-Bound Transforming Growth Factor-β in Guinea Pigs. Inflammation 2018; 41:81-92. [PMID: 28894978 DOI: 10.1007/s10753-017-0666-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/28/2022]
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It is well known that CD4+CD25+Foxp3+Treg cells play an important role in the development of allergic rhinitis (AR); the defect of cell numbers and functions contribute to AR. Hydrogen has been proven effective in alleviating symptoms of AR. We herein aim to verify the protective effects of hydrogen on CD4+CD25+Foxp3+Treg cells in guinea pigs with AR and to explore the effect of hydrogen-rich saline (HRS) on CD4+CD25+Foxp3+Treg cells in animals with AR and investigate the underlying anti-inflammatory mechanism. Eighteen guinea pigs were randomly divided into three groups (control group/AR group/AR-HRS group). The guinea pigs were injected with hydrogen-rich saline (AR-HRS group) for 10 days after sensitization. The control group was injected with an equal volume of normal saline. The number of sneezes, degree of runny nose, and nasal-rubbing movements were scored. Peripheral blood eosinophil count was recorded. The proportions of Th1/Th2 of the peripheral blood and the CD4+CD25+Foxp3+T cells in the CD4+T cells of the spleen and peripheral blood were determined by flow cytometry. The content of interleukin (IL)-10 and transforming growth factor (TGF)-β in the serum was detected by enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA). The protein and mRNA expression of Foxp3, IL-10, and TGF-β were determined by Western blot, immunofluorescence, and real-time PCR analysis, respectively. Scores of symptoms, number of eosinophils,and nasal mucosa damage were dramatically reduced after HRS treatment. HRS increased the expression of Foxp3, IL-10, TGF-β, and number of CD4+CD25+Foxp3+Treg cells, which were reduced in AR. HRS also revised the dysregulation of Th1/Th2 balance. Both the number and biological activity of CD4+CD25+Foxp3+Treg cells increased with up-regulation of Th1/Th2 after HRS administration. HRS could play a protective role in attenuating AR through improving the proportion and functions of CD4+CD25+Foxp3+Treg cells.
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- Feifei Xu
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, Tongji Hospital, Tongji University, Shanghai, 200065, China
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, Tongji Hospital, Tongji University, Shanghai, 200065, China. .,Department of Otolaryngology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji University, 389 Xincun road, Putuo District, Shanghai, 200065, China.
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, Tongji Hospital, Tongji University, Shanghai, 200065, China
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, Tongji Hospital, Tongji University, Shanghai, 200065, China
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, Tongji Hospital, Tongji University, Shanghai, 200065, China
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, Tongji Hospital, Tongji University, Shanghai, 200065, China
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, Tongji Hospital, Tongji University, Shanghai, 200065, China
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, Tongji Hospital, Tongji University, Shanghai, 200065, China
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The ameliorative effect of berberine and coenzyme Q10 in an ovalbumin-induced allergic rhinitis model. Eur Arch Otorhinolaryngol 2018; 275:2495-2505. [DOI: 10.1007/s00405-018-5104-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/27/2018] [Accepted: 08/20/2018] [Indexed: 01/04/2023]
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Zhang N, Deng C, Zhang X, Zhang J, Bai C. Inhalation of hydrogen gas attenuates airway inflammation and oxidative stress in allergic asthmatic mice. Asthma Res Pract 2018; 4:3. [PMID: 29568538 PMCID: PMC5856384 DOI: 10.1186/s40733-018-0040-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/07/2017] [Accepted: 03/08/2018] [Indexed: 01/07/2023] Open
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Background Asthma is a worldwide common chronic airway disease that cannot be cured and results in the huge burden in public health. Oxidative stress was considered an important mechanism in the pathogenesis of asthma. Hydrogen gas been demonstrated to function as a novel antioxidant and exert therapeutic antioxidant activity in a number of diseases and the function of this nontoxic gas in asthma was unclear. The purpose of the study aims to examine the effect of inhalation hydrogen gas on the pathophysiology of a mouse model of asthma. Methods A murine model of ovalbumin (OVA)-induced allergic airway inflammation was used in this study. Briefly, Mice were sensitized to ovalbumin and received inhalation of 67% high concentration of hydrogen gas for 60 min once a day for 7 consecutive days after OVA or PBS challenge respectively. Lung function was assessed in the apparatus with 4 channels of biological signal system. Morphology and goblet cell hyperplasia were stained by H/E and Periodic acid-Schiff staining. Cytologic classification in the bronchial alveolar lavage fluid (BALF) was analyzed by Wright Giemsa staining. Serum, BALF and lung tissue were collected for biochemical assay. One-way analysis of variance (ANOVA) was used to determine statistical significance between groups. Multiple comparisons were made by Bonferroni’s Multiple Comparison Test by using GraphPad Prism 5 software. Results Inhalation of hydrogen gas abrogated ovalbumin-induced the increase in lung resistance. Concomitantly, the asthmatic mice showed severe inflammatory infiltration and goblet cell hyperplasia which were reversed by hydrogen gas inhalation. Hydrogen gas inhalation reduced significantly the number of total cells, eosinophils and lymphocytes in BALF. Increased level of IL-4, IL-13, TNF-α and CXCL15 in the BALF and IL-4 in the serum were decreased significantly after inhalation. Hydrogen gas inhalation markedly upregulated the activity of decreased superoxide dismutase and significantly attenuated the increased level of malondialdehyde and myeloperoxidase. Conclusions Hydrogen gas inhalation improves lung function and protects established airway inflammation in the allergic asthmatic mice model which may be associated with the inhibition of oxidative stress process. This study provides a potential alternative therapeutic opportunity for the clinical management of asthma.
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- Ning Zhang
- 1Department of Naval Aeromedicine, The Second Military Medical University, Shanghai, 200433 China
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- 2Department of Respiratory and Critical care medicine, Changhai Hospital, the Second Military Medical University, Shanghai, 200433 China
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- 2Department of Respiratory and Critical care medicine, Changhai Hospital, the Second Military Medical University, Shanghai, 200433 China
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- 2Department of Respiratory and Critical care medicine, Changhai Hospital, the Second Military Medical University, Shanghai, 200433 China
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- 2Department of Respiratory and Critical care medicine, Changhai Hospital, the Second Military Medical University, Shanghai, 200433 China
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Hydrogen is the most abundant chemical element in the universe, and has been used as an inert gas for a long time. More recent studies have shown that molecular hydrogen as a kind of antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anti-apoptosis, gene expression and signal modulation molecule, can be used for the treatment of many diseases. This review mainly focuses on the research progresses of hydrogen in various medical fields and the possible action mechanisms.
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- Hong-Mei Li
- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Shanghai Children's Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Shanghai Children's Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Shanghai Children's Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Shanghai Children's Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai, China
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Ge L, Yang M, Yang NN, Yin XX, Song WG. Molecular hydrogen: a preventive and therapeutic medical gas for various diseases. Oncotarget 2017; 8:102653-102673. [PMID: 29254278 PMCID: PMC5731988 DOI: 10.18632/oncotarget.21130] [Citation(s) in RCA: 100] [Impact Index Per Article: 14.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/27/2017] [Accepted: 08/26/2017] [Indexed: 12/14/2022] Open
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Since the 2007 discovery that molecular hydrogen (H2) has selective antioxidant properties, multiple studies have shown that H2 has beneficial effects in diverse animal models and human disease. This review discusses H2 biological effects and potential mechanisms of action in various diseases, including metabolic syndrome, organ injury, and cancer; describes effective H2 delivery approaches; and summarizes recent progress toward H2 applications in human medicine. We also discuss remaining questions in H2 therapy, and conclude with an appeal for a greater role for H2 in the prevention and treatment of human ailments that are currently major global health burdens. This review makes a case for supporting hydrogen medicine in human disease prevention and therapy.
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- Li Ge
- Department of Histology and Embryology, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Taishan Medical University, Tai-an City 271000, Shandong Province, PR China
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- Department of Clinical Medicine, Taishan Medical University, Tai-an City 271000, Shandong Province, PR China
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- Key Laboratory of Atherosclerosis in Universities of Shandong, Taishan Medical University, Institute of Atherosclerosis, Taishan Medical University, Tai-an City 271000, Shandong Province, PR China
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- Department of Clinical Medicine, Taishan Medical University, Tai-an City 271000, Shandong Province, PR China
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- Department of medical immunology, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Taishan Medical University, Tai-an City 271000, Shandong Province, PR China
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