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Liao M, Yao D, Wu L, Luo C, Wang Z, Zhang J, Liu B. Targeting the Warburg effect: A revisited perspective from molecular mechanisms to traditional and innovative therapeutic strategies in cancer. Acta Pharm Sin B 2024; 14:953-1008. [PMID: 38487001 PMCID: PMC10935242 DOI: 10.1016/j.apsb.2023.12.003] [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: 07/05/2023] [Revised: 11/09/2023] [Accepted: 11/14/2023] [Indexed: 03/17/2024] Open
Abstract
Cancer reprogramming is an important facilitator of cancer development and survival, with tumor cells exhibiting a preference for aerobic glycolysis beyond oxidative phosphorylation, even under sufficient oxygen supply condition. This metabolic alteration, known as the Warburg effect, serves as a significant indicator of malignant tumor transformation. The Warburg effect primarily impacts cancer occurrence by influencing the aerobic glycolysis pathway in cancer cells. Key enzymes involved in this process include glucose transporters (GLUTs), HKs, PFKs, LDHs, and PKM2. Moreover, the expression of transcriptional regulatory factors and proteins, such as FOXM1, p53, NF-κB, HIF1α, and c-Myc, can also influence cancer progression. Furthermore, lncRNAs, miRNAs, and circular RNAs play a vital role in directly regulating the Warburg effect. Additionally, gene mutations, tumor microenvironment remodeling, and immune system interactions are closely associated with the Warburg effect. Notably, the development of drugs targeting the Warburg effect has exhibited promising potential in tumor treatment. This comprehensive review presents novel directions and approaches for the early diagnosis and treatment of cancer patients by conducting in-depth research and summarizing the bright prospects of targeting the Warburg effect in cancer.
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- Minru Liao
- Department of Biotherapy, Cancer Center and State Key Laboratory of Biotherapy, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610041, China
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Shenzhen Technology University, Shenzhen 518118, China
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- Department of Biotherapy, Cancer Center and State Key Laboratory of Biotherapy, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610041, China
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- Department of Psychology, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA 90089, USA
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- Department of Biotherapy, Cancer Center and State Key Laboratory of Biotherapy, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610041, China
- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Shenzhen Technology University, Shenzhen 518118, China
- School of Pharmacy, Shenzhen University Medical School, Shenzhen University, Shenzhen 518055, China
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- School of Pharmacy, Shenzhen University Medical School, Shenzhen University, Shenzhen 518055, China
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- Department of Biotherapy, Cancer Center and State Key Laboratory of Biotherapy, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610041, China
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Saharkhiz S, Zarepour A, Nasri N, Cordani M, Zarrabi A. A comparison study between doxorubicin and curcumin co-administration and co-loading in a smart niosomal formulation for MCF-7 breast cancer therapy. Eur J Pharm Sci 2023; 191:106600. [PMID: 37802230 DOI: 10.1016/j.ejps.2023.106600] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/26/2023] [Revised: 09/04/2023] [Accepted: 09/28/2023] [Indexed: 10/08/2023]
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Chemotherapy agents often exhibit limited effectiveness due to their fast elimination from the body and non-targeted delivery. Emerging nanomaterials as drug delivery carriers open new expectancy to overcome these limitations in current chemotherapeutic treatments. In this study, we introduce and evaluate a smart pH-responsive niosomal formulation capable of delivering Doxorubicin (DOX) and Curcumin (CUR) in both individually and co-loaded forms. In particular, drug-loaded niosomes were prepared using thin-film hydration method and then characterized via different physicochemical analyses. The pH responsivity of the carrier was assessed by performing a drug release study in three different pH conditions (4, 6.5, and 7.4). Finally, the anticancer efficacy of the therapeutic compounds was evaluated through the MTT assay. Our results showed spherical particles with a size of about 200 nm and -2 mV surface charge. Encapsulation efficiency (EE%) of the nanocarrier was about 77.06 % and 79.08 % for DOX and CUR, respectively. The release study confirmed the pH responsivity of the carrier. The MTT assay results revealed about 39 % and 43 % of cell deaths after treatment with cur-loaded and dox-loaded niosomes, which increased to 74 % and 79 % after co-administration and co-loading forms of drugs, respectively, exhibiting increased anticancer efficacy by selectively delivering DOX and CUR individually or in combination. Overall, these findings suggest that our nanoformulation holds the potential as a targeted and highly effective approach for cancer management and therapy, overcoming the limitations of conventional chemotherapy drugs.
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- Shaghayegh Saharkhiz
- Department of Biotechnology, Faculty of Biological Science and Technology, University of Isfahan, Isfahan, Iran
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering and Natural Sciences, Istinye University, Istanbul 34396, Turkiye
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- Department of Biotechnology, Faculty of Biological Science and Technology, University of Isfahan, Isfahan, Iran
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- Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Faculty of Biological Sciences, Complutense University of Madrid, Madrid 28040, Spain; Instituto de Investigaciones Sanitarias San Carlos (IdISSC), Madrid 28040, Spain.
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering and Natural Sciences, Istinye University, Istanbul 34396, Turkiye.
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Hba S, Ghaddar S, Wahnou H, Pinon A, El Kebbaj R, Pouget C, Sol V, Liagre B, Oudghiri M, Limami Y. Natural Chalcones and Derivatives in Colon Cancer: Pre-Clinical Challenges and the Promise of Chalcone-Based Nanoparticles. Pharmaceutics 2023; 15:2718. [PMID: 38140059 PMCID: PMC10748144 DOI: 10.3390/pharmaceutics15122718] [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: 11/10/2023] [Revised: 11/30/2023] [Accepted: 11/30/2023] [Indexed: 12/24/2023] Open
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Colon cancer poses a complex and substantial global health challenge, necessitating innovative therapeutic approaches. Chalcones, a versatile class of compounds with diverse pharmacological properties, have emerged as promising candidates for addressing colon cancer. Their ability to modulate pivotal signaling pathways in the development and progression of colon cancer makes them invaluable as targeted therapeutics. Nevertheless, it is crucial to recognize that although chalcones exhibit promise, further pre-clinical studies are required to validate their efficacy and safety. The journey toward effective colon cancer treatment is multifaceted, involving considerations such as optimizing the sequencing of therapeutic agents, comprehending the resistance mechanisms, and exploring combination therapies incorporating chalcones. Furthermore, the integration of nanoparticle-based drug delivery systems presents a novel avenue for enhancing the effectiveness of chalcones in colon cancer treatment. This review delves into the mechanisms of action of natural chalcones and some derivatives. It highlights the challenges associated with their use in pre-clinical studies, while also underscoring the advantages of employing chalcone-based nanoparticles for the treatment of colon cancer.
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- Soufyane Hba
- Laboratory of Immunology and Biodiversity, Faculty of Sciences Ain Chock, Hassan II University, B.P 2693 Maarif, Casablanca 20100, Morocco; (S.H.); (H.W.); (M.O.)
- Univ. Limoges, LABCiS, UR 22722, F-87000 Limoges, France; (S.G.); (A.P.); (C.P.); (V.S.)
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- Univ. Limoges, LABCiS, UR 22722, F-87000 Limoges, France; (S.G.); (A.P.); (C.P.); (V.S.)
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- Laboratory of Immunology and Biodiversity, Faculty of Sciences Ain Chock, Hassan II University, B.P 2693 Maarif, Casablanca 20100, Morocco; (S.H.); (H.W.); (M.O.)
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- Univ. Limoges, LABCiS, UR 22722, F-87000 Limoges, France; (S.G.); (A.P.); (C.P.); (V.S.)
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- Laboratory of Health Sciences and Technologies, Higher Institute of Health Sciences, Hassan First University of Settat, Settat 26000, Morocco;
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- Univ. Limoges, LABCiS, UR 22722, F-87000 Limoges, France; (S.G.); (A.P.); (C.P.); (V.S.)
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- Univ. Limoges, LABCiS, UR 22722, F-87000 Limoges, France; (S.G.); (A.P.); (C.P.); (V.S.)
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- Univ. Limoges, LABCiS, UR 22722, F-87000 Limoges, France; (S.G.); (A.P.); (C.P.); (V.S.)
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- Laboratory of Immunology and Biodiversity, Faculty of Sciences Ain Chock, Hassan II University, B.P 2693 Maarif, Casablanca 20100, Morocco; (S.H.); (H.W.); (M.O.)
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- Laboratory of Immunology and Biodiversity, Faculty of Sciences Ain Chock, Hassan II University, B.P 2693 Maarif, Casablanca 20100, Morocco; (S.H.); (H.W.); (M.O.)
- Laboratory of Health Sciences and Technologies, Higher Institute of Health Sciences, Hassan First University of Settat, Settat 26000, Morocco;
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Saharkhiz S, Zarepour A, Zarrabi A. Empowering Cancer Therapy: Comparing PEGylated and Non-PEGylated Niosomes Loaded with Curcumin and Doxorubicin on MCF-7 Cell Line. Bioengineering (Basel) 2023; 10:1159. [PMID: 37892889 PMCID: PMC10604767 DOI: 10.3390/bioengineering10101159] [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: 08/13/2023] [Revised: 09/03/2023] [Accepted: 09/29/2023] [Indexed: 10/29/2023] Open
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Cancer remains an enduring challenge in modern society, prompting relentless pursuits to confront its complexities. However, resistance often emerges against conventional treatments, driven by their inherent limitations such as adverse effects and limited solubility. Herein, we spotlight a remarkable solution; a niosomal platform engineered to tandemly ferry two potent agents, doxorubicin (DOX) and curcumin (CUR). Notably, we delve into the pivotal role of PEGylation, unraveling its impact on therapeutic efficacy. These niosomes consist of Span 60, Tween 60, and cholesterol with a molar ratio of 5:2:3, which were prepared via a thin film hydration method. The physicochemical characterization of particles was performed using DLS, zeta potential measurement, SEM, and FTIR analysis. In addition, their encapsulation efficiency and release profile were determined using the HPLC method. Finally, their cytotoxicity and biocompatibility effects were checked by performing an MTT assay test on the MCF7 and L929 cell lines. The obtained results confirmed the successful fabrication of co-loaded niosomal structures with and without PEG coating. The fabricated nanoparticles had sizes in the range of 100 to 200 nm with a surface charge of about -18 mV for particles without PEG coating and -40 mV for coated particles. Notably, DOX encapsulation efficiency leaps from 20% to 62% in the transition from uncoated to coated, while CUR exhibits an impressive surge from 80% to 95%. The drug release was more controlled and slower in the coated sample. Finally, the MTT results confirmed the biocompatibility and synergistic effect of the simultaneous use of two drugs on cancer cells in the PEGylated niosomal particle. Based on the results, PEGylated niosomal particles can be considered adept vehicles for the simultaneous delivery of different chemotherapy cargoes with synergic interaction to overcome cancer.
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- Shaghayegh Saharkhiz
- Department of Biotechnology, Faculty of Biological Science and Technology, University of Isfahan, Isfahan 81746-73441, Iran
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering and Natural Sciences, Istinye University, Istanbul 34396, Türkiye
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering and Natural Sciences, Istinye University, Istanbul 34396, Türkiye
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Almajidi YQ, Kadhim MM, Alsaikhan F, Turki Jalil A, Hassan Sayyid N, Alexis Ramírez-Coronel A, Hassan Jawhar Z, Gupta J, Nabavi N, Yu W, Ertas YN. Doxorubicin-loaded micelles in tumor cell-specific chemotherapy. ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH 2023; 227:115722. [PMID: 36948284 DOI: 10.1016/j.envres.2023.115722] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/01/2023] [Revised: 03/13/2023] [Accepted: 03/18/2023] [Indexed: 05/08/2023]
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Nanomedicine is a field that combines biology and engineering to improve disease treatment, particularly in cancer therapy. One of the promising techniques utilized in this area is the use of micelles, which are nanoscale delivery systems that are known for their simple preparation, high biocompatibility, small particle size, and the ability to be functionalized. A commonly employed chemotherapy drug, Doxorubicin (DOX), is an effective inhibitor of topoisomerase II that prevents DNA replication in cancer cells. However, its efficacy is frequently limited by resistance resulting from various factors, including increased activity of drug efflux transporters, heightened oncogenic factors, and lack of targeted delivery. This review aims to highlight the potential of micelles as new nanocarriers for delivering DOX and to examine the challenges involved with employing chemotherapy to treat cancer. Micelles that respond to changes in pH, redox, and light are known as stimuli-responsive micelles, which can improve the targeted delivery of DOX and its cytotoxicity by facilitating its uptake in tumor cells. Additionally, micelles can be utilized to administer a combination of DOX and other drugs and genes to overcome drug resistance mechanisms and improve tumor suppression. Furthermore, micelles can be used in phototherapy, both photodynamic and photothermal, to promote cell death and increase DOX sensitivity in human cancers. Finally, the alteration of micelle surfaces with ligands can further enhance their targeted delivery for cancer suppression.
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- Department of Dentistry, Kut University College, Kut, Wasit, 52001, Iraq; Medical Laboratory Techniques Department, Al-Farahidi University, Baghdad, 10022, Iraq
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- College of Pharmacy, Prince Sattam Bin Abdulaziz University, Alkharj, Saudi Arabia
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- Medical Laboratories Techniques Department, Al-Mustaqbal University College, Babylon, Hilla, 51001, Iraq.
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- Azogues Campus Nursing Career, Health and Behavior Research Group (HBR), Psychometry and Ethology Laboratory, Catholic University of Cuenca, Ecuador; Epidemiology and Biostatistics Research Group, CES University, Colombia; Educational Statistics Research Group(GIEE), National University of Education, Ecuador
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- Department of Medical Laboratory Science, College of Health Sciences, Lebanese French University, Erbil, Iraq; Clinical Biochemistry Department, College of Health Sciences, Hawler Medical University, Erbil, Iraq
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- Institute of Pharmaceutical Research, GLA University, Mathura, Pin Code 281406, U.P, India
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- Department of Urologic Sciences and Vancouver Prostate Centre, University of British Columbia, V6H3Z6, Vancouver, BC, Canada
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- School of Pharmacy, Xianning Medical College, Hubei University of Science and Technology, Xianning, 437100, China.
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, Erciyes University, Kayseri, Türkiye; ERNAM-Nanotechnology Research and Application Center, Erciyes University, Kayseri, Türkiye.
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Shima T, Taniguchi K, Tokumaru Y, Inomata Y, Arima J, Lee SW, Takabe K, Yoshida K, Uchiyama K. Glucose transporter‑1 inhibition overcomes imatinib resistance in gastrointestinal stromal tumor cells. Oncol Rep 2021; 47:7. [PMID: 34738628 PMCID: PMC8600406 DOI: 10.3892/or.2021.8218] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/16/2021] [Accepted: 10/01/2021] [Indexed: 12/23/2022] Open
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Imatinib mesylate (imatinib) is the primary agent of choice used to treat gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GIST). However, drug resistance to imatinib poses a major obstacle to treatment efficacy. In addition, the relationship between imatinib resistance and glycolysis is poorly understood. Glucose transporter (GLUT)-1 is a key component of glycolysis. The present study aimed to assess the potential relationship between components in the glycolytic pathway and the acquisition of imatinib resistance by GIST cells, with particular focus on GLUT-1. An imatinib-resistant GIST cell line was established through the gradual and continuous imatinib treatment of the parental human GIST cell line GIST-T1. The expression of glycolysis-related molecules (GLUT-1, hexokinase 2, pyruvate kinase M2 and lactate dehydrogenase) was assessed in parental and imatinib-resistant cells by western blotting, reverse transcription-quantitative PCR and glucose and lactate measurement kits. In addition, clinical information and transcriptomic data obtained from the gene expression omnibus database (GSE15966) were used to confirm the in vitro results. The potential effects of GLUT-1 inhibition on the expression of proteins in the glycolysis (GLUT-1, hexokinase 2, pyruvate kinase M2 and lactate dehydrogenase) and apoptosis pathways (Bcl-2, cleaved PARP, caspase-3 and caspase-9) in imatinib-resistant cells were then investigated following gene silencing and treatment using the GLUT-1 inhibitor WZB117 by western blotting. For gene silencing, the mature siRNAs for SLC2A1 were used for cell transfection. Annexin V-FITC/PI double-staining followed by flow cytometry was used to measure apoptosis whereas three-dimensional culture experiments were used to create three-dimensional spheroid cells where cell viability and spheroid diameter were measured. Although imatinib treatment downregulated GLUT-1 expression and other glycolysis pathway components hexokinase 2, pyruvate kinase M2, and lactate dehydrogenase in parental GIST-T1 cells even at low concentrations. By contrast, expression of these glycolysis pathway components in imatinib-resistant cells were increased by imatinib treatment. WZB117 administration significantly downregulated AKT phosphorylation and Bcl-2 expression in imatinib-resistant cells, whereas the combined administration of imatinib and WZB117 conferred synergistic growth inhibition effects in apoptosis assay. WZB117 was found to exert additional inhibitory effects by inducing apoptosis in imatinib-resistant cells. Therefore, the present study suggests that GLUT-1 is involved in the acquisition of imatinib resistance by GIST cells, which can be overcome by combined treatment with WZB117 and imatinib.
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- Takafumi Shima
- Department of General and Gastroenterological Surgery, Osaka Medical and Pharmaceutical University, Takatsuki, Osaka 569‑8686, Japan
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- Department of General and Gastroenterological Surgery, Osaka Medical and Pharmaceutical University, Takatsuki, Osaka 569‑8686, Japan
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- Breast Surgery, Department of Surgical Oncology, Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center, Buffalo, NY 14263, USA
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- Department of General and Gastroenterological Surgery, Osaka Medical and Pharmaceutical University, Takatsuki, Osaka 569‑8686, Japan
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- Department of General and Gastroenterological Surgery, Osaka Medical and Pharmaceutical University, Takatsuki, Osaka 569‑8686, Japan
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- Department of General and Gastroenterological Surgery, Osaka Medical and Pharmaceutical University, Takatsuki, Osaka 569‑8686, Japan
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- Breast Surgery, Department of Surgical Oncology, Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center, Buffalo, NY 14263, USA
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- Department of Surgical Oncology, Graduate School of Medicine, Gifu University, Gifu, Gifu 501‑1194, Japan
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- Department of General and Gastroenterological Surgery, Osaka Medical and Pharmaceutical University, Takatsuki, Osaka 569‑8686, Japan
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OBJECTIVE The burden of the management of problematic skin wounds characterised by a compromised skin barrier is growing rapidly. Almost six million patients are affected in the US alone, with an estimated market of $25 billion annually. There is an urgent requirement for efficient mechanism-based treatments and more efficacious drug delivery systems. Novel strategies are needed for faster healing by reducing infection, moisturising the wound, stimulating the healing mechanisms, speeding up wound closure and reducing scar formation. METHODS A systematic review of qualitative studies was conducted on the recent perspectives of nanotechnology in burn wounds management. Pubmed, Scopus, EMBASE, CINAHL and PsychINFO databases were all systematically searched. Authors independently rated the reporting of the qualitative studies included. A comprehensive literature search was conducted covering various resources up to 2018-2019. Traditional techniques aim to simply cover the wound without playing any active role in wound healing. However, nanotechnology-based solutions are being used to create multipurpose biomaterials, not only for regeneration and repair, but also for on-demand delivery of specific molecules. The chronic nature and associated complications of nonhealing wounds have led to the emergence of nanotechnology-based therapies that aim at facilitating the healing process and ultimately repairing the injured tissue. CONCLUSION Nanotechnology-based therapy is in the forefront of next-generation therapy that is able to advance wound healing of hard-to-heal wounds. In this review, we will highlight the developed nanotechnology-based therapeutic agents and assess the viability and efficacy of each treatment. Herein we will explore the unmet needs and future directions of current technologies, while discussing promising strategies that can advance the wound-healing field.
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- Ruan Na
- Orthopedics Department, Affiliated Tongji Hospital of Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan City, Hubei Province, 430030, China
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering
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Qiu N, Du X, Ji J, Zhai G. A review of stimuli-responsive polymeric micelles for tumor-targeted delivery of curcumin. Drug Dev Ind Pharm 2021; 47:839-856. [PMID: 34033496 DOI: 10.1080/03639045.2021.1934869] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
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Despite a potential drug with multiple pharmacological activities, curcumin has disadvantages of the poor water solubility, rapid metabolism, low bioavailability, which considerably limit its clinical application. Currently, polymeric micelles (PMs) have gained widespread concern due to their advantageous physical and chemical properties, easy preparation, and biocompatibility. They can be used to improve drug solubility, prolong blood circulation time, and allow passive targeted drug delivery to tumor through enhanced penetration and retention effect. Moreover, studies focused on tumor microenvironment offer alternatives to design stimulus-responsive smart PMs based on low pH, high levels of glutathione, altered enzyme expression, increased reactive oxygen species production, and hypoxia. There are various external stimuli, such as light, ultrasound, and temperature. These endogenous/exogenous stimuli can be used for the research of intelligent micelles. Intelligent PMs can effectively load curcumin with improved solubility, and intelligently respond to release the drug at a controlled rate at targeted sites such as tumors to avoid early release, which markedly improves the bioavailability of curcumin. The present review is aimed to discuss and summarize recent developments in research of curcumin-loaded intelligent PMs based on endogenous and exogenous stimuli, and facilitates the development of novel delivery systems for future research.
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- Na Qiu
- Department of Pharmaceutics, Key Laboratory of Chemical Biology (Ministry of Education), School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Shandong University, Jinan, P. R. China
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, Key Laboratory of Chemical Biology (Ministry of Education), School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Shandong University, Jinan, P. R. China
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, Key Laboratory of Chemical Biology (Ministry of Education), School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Shandong University, Jinan, P. R. China
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, Key Laboratory of Chemical Biology (Ministry of Education), School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Shandong University, Jinan, P. R. China
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Multifunctional polymeric micellar nanomedicine in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer. MATERIALS SCIENCE & ENGINEERING. C, MATERIALS FOR BIOLOGICAL APPLICATIONS 2021; 126:112186. [PMID: 34082985 DOI: 10.1016/j.msec.2021.112186] [Citation(s) in RCA: 29] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/07/2020] [Revised: 05/08/2021] [Accepted: 05/11/2021] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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Polymeric micelles are a prevalent topic of research for the past decade, especially concerning their fitting ability to deliver drug and diagnostic agents. This delivery system offers outstanding advantages, such as biocompatibility, high loading efficiency, water-solubility, and good stability in biological fluids, to name a few. The multifunctional polymeric micellar architect offers the added capability to adapt its surface to meet the looked-for clinical needs. This review cross-talks the recent reports, proof-of-concept studies, patents, and clinical trials that utilize polymeric micellar family architectures concerning cancer targeted delivery of anticancer drugs, gene therapeutics, and diagnostic agents. The manuscript also expounds on the underlying opportunities, allied challenges, and ways to resolve their bench-to-bedside translation for allied clinical applications.
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Pavitra E, Dariya B, Srivani G, Kang SM, Alam A, Sudhir PR, Kamal MA, Raju GSR, Han YK, Lakkakula BVKS, Nagaraju GP, Huh YS. Engineered nanoparticles for imaging and drug delivery in colorectal cancer. Semin Cancer Biol 2021; 69:293-306. [PMID: 31260733 DOI: 10.1016/j.semcancer.2019.06.017] [Citation(s) in RCA: 38] [Impact Index Per Article: 12.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/02/2019] [Revised: 06/18/2019] [Accepted: 06/27/2019] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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Colorectal cancer (CRC) is one of the deadliest diseases worldwide due to a lack of early detection methods and appropriate drug delivery strategies. Conventional imaging techniques cannot accurately distinguish benign from malignant tissue, leading to frequent misdiagnosis or diagnosis at late stages of the disease. Novel screening tools with improved accuracy and diagnostic precision are thus required to reduce the mortality burden of this malignancy. Additionally, current therapeutic strategies, including radio- and chemotherapies carry adverse side effects and are limited by the development of drug resistance. Recent advances in nanotechnology have rendered it an attractive approach for designing novel clinical solutions for CRC. Nanoparticle-based formulations could assist early tumor detection and help to overcome the limitations of conventional therapies including poor aqueous solubility, nonspecific biodistribution and limited bioavailability. In this review, we shed light on various types of nanoparticles used for diagnosis and drug delivery in CRC. In addition, we will explore how these nanoparticles can improve diagnostic accuracy and promote selective drug targeting to tumor sites with increased efficiency and reduced cytotoxicity against healthy colon tissue.
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- Eluri Pavitra
- Department of Biological Engineering, Biohybrid Systems Research Center (BSRC) Inha University, Incheon, 22212, Republic of Korea.
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- Department of Bioscience and Biotechnology, Banasthali University, Vanasthali, Rajasthan, 304022, India
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- Department of Bioscience and Biotechnology, Banasthali University, Vanasthali, Rajasthan, 304022, India
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- Department of Biological Engineering, Biohybrid Systems Research Center (BSRC) Inha University, Incheon, 22212, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Bioscience and Biotechnology, Banasthali University, Vanasthali, Rajasthan, 304022, India
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- The Center for Translational Biomedical Research, UNCG, Kannapolis, NC-28081, USA
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- King Fahd Medical Research Center, King Abdulaziz University, P. O. Box 80216, Jeddah 21589, Saudi Arabia; Enzymoics, 7 Peterlee Place, Hebersham, NSW, 2770, Australia; Novel Global Community Educational Foundation, Australia
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- Department of Energy and Materials Engineering, Dongguk University-Seoul, Seoul, 04620, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Energy and Materials Engineering, Dongguk University-Seoul, Seoul, 04620, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Hematology and Medical Oncology, Winship Cancer Institute, Emory University, Atlanta, GA-30322, USA
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- Department of Biological Engineering, Biohybrid Systems Research Center (BSRC) Inha University, Incheon, 22212, Republic of Korea.
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Sun M, Zhao S, Duan Y, Ma Y, Wang Y, Ji H, Zhang Q. GLUT1 participates in tamoxifen resistance in breast cancer cells through autophagy regulation. Naunyn Schmiedebergs Arch Pharmacol 2020; 394:205-216. [PMID: 32500187 DOI: 10.1007/s00210-020-01893-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/08/2019] [Accepted: 04/28/2020] [Indexed: 12/27/2022]
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Tamoxifen is an estrogen modulator widely used in the treatment of patients with ESR/ER-positive breast cancer; however, resistance limits its clinical application. Autophagy alterations have recently been suggested as a new mechanism for tamoxifen resistance. Glucose transporter 1 (GLUT1) has been reported to be associated with the development and metastasis of breast cancer, but the relationship among GLUT1, autophagy, and endocrine resistance remains unclear. Our present study found that GLUT1 expression and autophagy flux were upregulated in the tamoxifen-resistant breast cancer cell line MCF-7/TAMR-1 and that knockdown of GLUT1 promoted sensitization to tamoxifen. Moreover, knockdown of GLUT1 significantly decreased the enhancement of autophagy flux in tamoxifen-resistant cell lines. Furthermore, inhibiting autophagy in tamoxifen-resistant cells resulted in sensitization to tamoxifen. We conclude that GLUT1 contributes to tamoxifen resistance in breast cancer and that tamoxifen-resistant cells become resensitized to tamoxifen after GLUT1 silencing. These findings suggest GLUT1 as a new factor clinically associated with resistance to tamoxifen.
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- Mengqi Sun
- Department of Medical Oncology, Harbin Medical University Cancer Hospital, 150 Haping Road, Harbin, Heilongjiang, 150081, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Medical Oncology, Harbin Medical University Cancer Hospital, 150 Haping Road, Harbin, Heilongjiang, 150081, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Cardiology, the First Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University, 23 Youzheng Street, Nangang District, Harbin, Heilongjiang, 150001, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Ultrasound, the Second Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University, 157 Baojian Road, Harbin, Heilongjiang, 150081, People's Republic of China
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- College of Bioinformatics Science and Technology, Harbin Medical University, 157 Baojian Road, Harbin, Heilongjiang, 150081, People's Republic of China
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- Heilongjiang Cancer Research and Prevention Institute, 150 Haping Road, Harbin, Heilongjiang, 150081, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Medical Oncology, Harbin Medical University Cancer Hospital, 150 Haping Road, Harbin, Heilongjiang, 150081, People's Republic of China.
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Zhao G, Sun Y, Dong X. Zwitterionic Polymer Micelles with Dual Conjugation of Doxorubicin and Curcumin: Synergistically Enhanced Efficacy against Multidrug-Resistant Tumor Cells. LANGMUIR : THE ACS JOURNAL OF SURFACES AND COLLOIDS 2020; 36:2383-2395. [PMID: 32036662 DOI: 10.1021/acs.langmuir.9b03722] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/10/2023]
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This paper reports a novel redox-sensitive micellar system for the co-delivery of doxorubicin (Dox) and a chemosensitizer (curcumin, Cur) to overcome the multidrug resistance (MDR) in cancer cells. Dox and Cur were co-conjugated onto a zwitterionic polymer, poly(carboxybetaine) (pCB), to form Cur-pCB-Dox that self-assembled into stable micelles (164.2 ± 4.8 nm). Single-drug conjugates (pCB-Dox and pCB-Cur) were prepared for comparisons. Compared to the high half-maximal inhibitory concentration (IC50) of Dox (437.2 μg/mL), the IC50 value of pCB-Dox (14.1 μg/mL) was only 1/33 that of Dox. Confocal laser scanning microscopy and flow cytometry revealed the greatly enhanced cell uptake of the conjugate due to the enhanced permeability and retention effect of tumor cells on the micellar conjugate. Co-delivery of pCB-Dox with pCB-Cur further reduced the IC50 value by 37% (8.9 μg/mL). More importantly, Cur-pCB-Dox exhibited the strongest cytotoxicity against MCF-7/Adr cells (IC50, 5.87 μg/mL) because the co-delivered Dox and Cur on one carrier specifically transported into the same cells, which inhibited the efflux of Dox by Cur, led to a higher intracellular Dox concentration and made the drugs exert synergistic effects at the targeting regions. The results proved the zwitterionic micelles as promising drug co-delivery vehicles for fighting against MDR.
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- Guangfu Zhao
- Department of Biochemical Engineering and Key Laboratory of Systems Bioengineering of the Ministry of Education, School of Chemical Engineering and Technology, Tianjin University, Tianjin 300072, China
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- Department of Biochemical Engineering and Key Laboratory of Systems Bioengineering of the Ministry of Education, School of Chemical Engineering and Technology, Tianjin University, Tianjin 300072, China
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- Department of Biochemical Engineering and Key Laboratory of Systems Bioengineering of the Ministry of Education, School of Chemical Engineering and Technology, Tianjin University, Tianjin 300072, China
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Kou L, Jiang X, Huang H, Lin X, Zhang Y, Yao Q, Chen R. The role of transporters in cancer redox homeostasis and cross-talk with nanomedicines. Asian J Pharm Sci 2020; 15:145-157. [PMID: 32373196 PMCID: PMC7193452 DOI: 10.1016/j.ajps.2020.02.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/31/2019] [Revised: 12/03/2019] [Accepted: 02/12/2020] [Indexed: 02/07/2023] Open
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Tumor cell usually exhibits high levels of reactive oxygen species and adaptive antioxidant system due to the metabolic, genetic, and microenvironment-associated alterations. The altered redox homeostasis can promote tumor progression, development, and treatment resistance. Several membrane transporters are involved in the resetting redox homeostasis and play important roles in tumor progression. Therefore, targeting the involved transporters to disrupt the altered redox balance emerges as a viable strategy for cancer therapy. In addition, nanomedicines have drawn much attention in the past decades. Using nanomedicines to target or reset the redox homeostasis alone or combined with other therapies has brought convincing data in cancer treatment. In this review, we will introduce the altered redox balance in cancer metabolism and involved transporters, and highlight the recent advancements of redox-modulating nanomedicines for cancer treatment.
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- Longfa Kou
- Department of Pharmacy, The Second Affiliated Hospital and Yuying Children's Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou 325027, China
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- Department of Pharmacy, The Second Affiliated Hospital and Yuying Children's Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou 325027, China
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- Department of Pharmacy, The Second Affiliated Hospital and Yuying Children's Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou 325027, China
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- Department of Pharmacy, The Second Affiliated Hospital and Yuying Children's Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou 325027, China
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- Department of Pharmacy, The Second Affiliated Hospital and Yuying Children's Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou 325027, China
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- Department of Pharmacy, The Second Affiliated Hospital and Yuying Children's Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou 325027, China
- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Wenzhou Medical University, Chashan, Wenzhou 325035, China
- Corresponding author. Wenzhou Medical University, University Town, Wenzhou 325035, China. Tel: +86 18958969225
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- Department of Pharmacy, The Second Affiliated Hospital and Yuying Children's Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou 325027, China
- Corresponding author. Wenzhou Medical University, 109 Xueyuan West Road, Wenzhou 325027, China. Tel: +86 13806890233
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The Application of Nanotechnology in the Codelivery of Active Constituents of Plants and Chemotherapeutics for Overcoming Physiological Barriers during Antitumor Treatment. BIOMED RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL 2019; 2019:9083068. [PMID: 31915707 PMCID: PMC6930735 DOI: 10.1155/2019/9083068] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/11/2019] [Accepted: 11/27/2019] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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Antitumor therapy using a combination of drugs has shown increased clinical efficacy. Active constituents derived from plants can offer several advantages, such as high efficiacy, low toxicity, extensive effects, and multiple targets. At present, the combination of plants' active constituents and chemotherapeutic drugs has attracted increased attention. Nanodrug delivery systems (NDDSs) have been widely used in tumor-targeted therapy because of their efficacy of delivering antitumor drugs. The in vivo process of tumor-targeted NDDSs has several steps. They include blood circulation, tumor accumulation and penetration, target cell internalization and uptake, and drug release and drug response. In each step, NDDSs encounter multiple barriers that prevent their effective delivery to target sites. Studies have been performed to find alternative strategies to overcome these barriers. We reviewed the recent progress of codelivery of active constituents of plants and chemotherapeutics using NDDSs. Progress into transversing the physiological barriers for more effective in vivo antitumor delivery will be discussed in this review.
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Tan BL, Norhaizan ME. Curcumin Combination Chemotherapy: The Implication and Efficacy in Cancer. Molecules 2019; 24:E2527. [PMID: 31295906 PMCID: PMC6680685 DOI: 10.3390/molecules24142527] [Citation(s) in RCA: 126] [Impact Index Per Article: 25.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/20/2019] [Revised: 07/03/2019] [Accepted: 07/05/2019] [Indexed: 12/28/2022] Open
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Many chemotherapeutic drugs have been used for the treatment of cancer, for instance, doxorubicin, irinotecan, 5-fluorouracil, cisplatin, and paclitaxel. However, the effectiveness of chemotherapy is limited in cancer therapy due to drug resistance, therapeutic selectivity, and undesirable side effects. The combination of therapies with natural compounds is likely to increase the effectiveness of drug treatment as well as reduce the adverse outcomes. Curcumin, a polyphenolic isolated from Curcuma longa, belongs to the rhizome of Zingiberaceae plants. Studies from in vitro and in vivo revealed that curcumin exerts many pharmacological activities with less toxic effects. The biological mechanisms underlying the anticancer activity of co-treatment curcumin and chemotherapy are complex and worth to discuss further. Therefore, this review aimed to address the molecular mechanisms of combined curcumin and chemotherapy in the treatment of cancer. The anticancer activity of combined nanoformulation of curcumin and chemotherapy was also discussed in this study. Taken together, a better understanding of the implication and underlying mechanisms of action of combined curcumin and chemotherapy may provide a useful approach to combat cancer diseases.
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- Bee Ling Tan
- Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Universiti Putra Malaysia, Serdang 43400, Selangor, Malaysia
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- Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Universiti Putra Malaysia, Serdang 43400, Selangor, Malaysia.
- Laboratory of Molecular Biomedicine, Institute of Bioscience, Universiti Putra Malaysia, Serdang 43400, Selangor, Malaysia.
- Research Centre of Excellent, Nutrition and Non-Communicable Diseases (NNCD), Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Universiti Putra Malaysia, Serdang 43400, Selangor, Malaysia.
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Wen C, Fu L, Huang J, Dai Y, Wang B, Xu G, Wu L, Zhou H. Curcumin reverses doxorubicin resistance via inhibition the efflux function of ABCB4 in doxorubicin‑resistant breast cancer cells. Mol Med Rep 2019; 19:5162-5168. [PMID: 31059026 PMCID: PMC6522915 DOI: 10.3892/mmr.2019.10180] [Citation(s) in RCA: 30] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/30/2018] [Accepted: 03/15/2019] [Indexed: 12/11/2022] Open
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Doxorubicin is one of the most widely used chemotherapy agents for the treatment of breast cancer. However, the development of doxorubicin resistance limits the long-term treatment benefits in patients with breast cancer. Curcumin, a well-known dietary polyphenol derived from the rhizomes of turmeric (Curcuma longa), enhances the sensitivity of breast cancer cells to chemotherapeutic agents; however, the mechanisms underlying this phenomenon remain unclear. The aim of the present study was to evaluate the effect of curcumin on chemoresistance in doxorubicin-resistant breast cancerMCF-7/DOX and MDA-MB-231/DOX cell lines. Cell Counting Kit-8, monolayer transport, western blot and ATPase activity assays were performed during the study. The results revealed that curcumin significantly enhanced the effect of doxorubicin in doxorubicin-resistant breast cancer cells. The intracellular accumulation of doxorubicin was substantially increased following curcumin treatment in doxorubicin-resistant breast cancer cells, in a manner that was inversely dependent on the activity of ATP binding cassette subfamily B member 4 (ABCB4). Treatment with a combination of curcumin and doxorubicin decreases the efflux of doxorubicin in ABCB4-overexpressing cells. Furthermore, curcumin inhibited the ATPase activity of ABCB4 without altering its protein expression. In conclusion, curcumin reversed doxorubicin resistance in human breast cancer MCF-7/DOX and MDA-MB-231/DOX cells by inhibiting the ATPase activity of ABCB4. The study highlights the promising use of curcumin as a chemosensitizer in the treatment of breast cancer.
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- Chunjie Wen
- Institute of Life Sciences, Chongqing Medical University, Yuzhong, Chongqing 400016, P.R. China
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- Institute of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chongqing Medical University, Yuzhong, Chongqing 400016, P.R. China
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- Institute of Life Sciences, Chongqing Medical University, Yuzhong, Chongqing 400016, P.R. China
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- Institute of Life Sciences, Chongqing Medical University, Yuzhong, Chongqing 400016, P.R. China
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- Institute of Life Sciences, Chongqing Medical University, Yuzhong, Chongqing 400016, P.R. China
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- Institute of Life Sciences, Chongqing Medical University, Yuzhong, Chongqing 400016, P.R. China
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- Institute of Life Sciences, Chongqing Medical University, Yuzhong, Chongqing 400016, P.R. China
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- Institute of Life Sciences, Chongqing Medical University, Yuzhong, Chongqing 400016, P.R. China
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Mileo AM, Nisticò P, Miccadei S. Polyphenols: Immunomodulatory and Therapeutic Implication in Colorectal Cancer. Front Immunol 2019; 10:729. [PMID: 31031748 PMCID: PMC6470258 DOI: 10.3389/fimmu.2019.00729] [Citation(s) in RCA: 76] [Impact Index Per Article: 15.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/08/2018] [Accepted: 03/19/2019] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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Polyphenolic compounds, widely present in fruits, vegetables, and cereals, have potential benefits for human health and are protective agents against the development of chronic/degenerative diseases including cancer. More recently these bioactive molecules have been gaining great interest as anti-inflammatory and immunomodulatory agents, mainly in neoplasia where the pro-inflammatory context might promote carcinogenesis. Colorectal cancer (CRC) is considered a major public healthy issue, a leading cause of cancer mortality and morbidity worldwide. Epidemiological, pre-clinical and clinical investigations have consistently highlighted important relationships between large bowel inflammation, gut microbiota (GM), and colon carcinogenesis. Many experimental studies and clinical evidence suggest that polyphenols have a relevant role in CRC chemoprevention, exhibit cytotoxic capability vs. CRC cells and induce increased sensitization to chemo/radiotherapies. These effects are most likely related to the immunomodulatory properties of polyphenols able to modulate cytokine and chemokine production and activation of immune cells. In this review we summarize recent advancements on immunomodulatory activities of polyphenols and their ability to counteract the inflammatory tumor microenvironment. We focus on potential role of natural polyphenols in increasing the cell sensitivity to colon cancer therapies, highlighting the polyphenol-based combined treatments as innovative immunomodulatory strategies to inhibit the growth of CRC.
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- Anna Maria Mileo
- Tumor Immunology and Immunotherapy Unit, Department of Research, Advanced Diagnostic and Technological Innovation, IRCCS Regina Elena National Cancer Institute, Rome, Italy
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- Tumor Immunology and Immunotherapy Unit, Department of Research, Advanced Diagnostic and Technological Innovation, IRCCS Regina Elena National Cancer Institute, Rome, Italy
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- Tumor Immunology and Immunotherapy Unit, Department of Research, Advanced Diagnostic and Technological Innovation, IRCCS Regina Elena National Cancer Institute, Rome, Italy
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Wong KE, Ngai SC, Chan KG, Lee LH, Goh BH, Chuah LH. Curcumin Nanoformulations for Colorectal Cancer: A Review. Front Pharmacol 2019; 10:152. [PMID: 30890933 PMCID: PMC6412150 DOI: 10.3389/fphar.2019.00152] [Citation(s) in RCA: 149] [Impact Index Per Article: 29.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/19/2018] [Accepted: 02/08/2019] [Indexed: 12/25/2022] Open
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Colorectal cancer (CRC) is the third most prevalent form of cancer, after lung cancer and breast cancer, with the second highest death incidence. Over the years, natural compounds have been explored as an alternative to conventional cancer therapies such as surgery, radiotherapy, and chemotherapy. Curcumin, an active constituent of turmeric has been associated with various health benefits. It has gained much attention as an anticancer agent due to its ability to regulate multiple cell signaling pathways, including NF-κB, STAT3, activated protein-1 (AP-1), epidermal growth response-1 (Egr-1), and p53, which are crucial in cancer development and progression. Nevertheless, the clinical application of curcumin is greatly restricted because of its low water solubility, poor oral absorption, and rapid metabolism. These issues have led to the development of curcumin nanoformulations to overcome the limitations of the compound. Nanotechnology-based delivery systems have been widely used in improving the delivery of poorly-water soluble drugs. Besides, these systems also come with the added benefits of possible cellular targeting and improvement in cellular uptake. An ideal improved formulation should display a greater anticancer activity compared to free curcumin, and at the same time be non-toxic to the normal cells. In this review, we focus on the design and development of various nanoformulations to deliver curcumin for use in CRC such as liposomes, micelles, polymer nanoparticles, nanogels, cyclodextrin complexes, solid lipid nanoparticles (SLN), phytosomes, and gold nanoparticles. We also discuss the current pre-clinical and clinical evidences of curcumin nanoformulations in CRC therapy, analyse the research gap, and address the future direction of this research area.
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- Kar En Wong
- Biofunctional Molecule Exploratory Research Group, School of Pharmacy, Monash University Malaysia, Bandar Sunway, Malaysia.,Novel Bacteria and Drug Discovery Research Group, Microbiome and Bioresource Research Strength, Jeffrey Cheah School of Medicine and Health Sciences, Monash University Malaysia, Bandar Sunway, Malaysia
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- Faculty of Science, School of Biosciences, University of Nottingham Malaysia, Semenyih, Malaysia
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- Division of Genetics and Molecular Biology, Institute of Biological Sciences, Faculty of Science, University of Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.,International Genome Centre, Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang, China
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- Biofunctional Molecule Exploratory Research Group, School of Pharmacy, Monash University Malaysia, Bandar Sunway, Malaysia.,Novel Bacteria and Drug Discovery Research Group, Microbiome and Bioresource Research Strength, Jeffrey Cheah School of Medicine and Health Sciences, Monash University Malaysia, Bandar Sunway, Malaysia.,Centre of Health Outcomes Research and Therapeutic Safety, School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Phayao, Phayao, Thailand
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- Biofunctional Molecule Exploratory Research Group, School of Pharmacy, Monash University Malaysia, Bandar Sunway, Malaysia.,Novel Bacteria and Drug Discovery Research Group, Microbiome and Bioresource Research Strength, Jeffrey Cheah School of Medicine and Health Sciences, Monash University Malaysia, Bandar Sunway, Malaysia.,Centre of Health Outcomes Research and Therapeutic Safety, School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Phayao, Phayao, Thailand
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- Biofunctional Molecule Exploratory Research Group, School of Pharmacy, Monash University Malaysia, Bandar Sunway, Malaysia.,Novel Bacteria and Drug Discovery Research Group, Microbiome and Bioresource Research Strength, Jeffrey Cheah School of Medicine and Health Sciences, Monash University Malaysia, Bandar Sunway, Malaysia.,Advanced Engineering Platform, Monash University Malaysia, Bandar Sunway, Malaysia
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Cui X, Wang N, Wang H, Li G, Tao Q. pH sensitive supramolecular vesicles from cyclodextrin graft copolymer and benzimidazole ended block copolymer as dual drug carriers. INT J POLYM MATER PO 2018. [DOI: 10.1080/00914037.2018.1493686] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/29/2023]
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- Xuejun Cui
- Hospital of Ludong University, Yantai, China
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- College Chemistry and Materials Science, Ludong University, Yantai, China
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- College Chemistry and Materials Science, Ludong University, Yantai, China
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- College Chemistry and Materials Science, Ludong University, Yantai, China
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- College Chemistry and Materials Science, Ludong University, Yantai, China
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Ernest U, Chen HY, Xu MJ, Taghipour YD, Asad MHHB, Rahimi R, Murtaza G. Anti-Cancerous Potential of Polyphenol-Loaded Polymeric Nanotherapeutics. Molecules 2018; 23:molecules23112787. [PMID: 30373235 PMCID: PMC6278361 DOI: 10.3390/molecules23112787] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/17/2018] [Revised: 10/04/2018] [Accepted: 10/12/2018] [Indexed: 12/14/2022] Open
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Recent evidence has extensively demonstrated the anticancer potential of nutraceuticals, including plant polyphenols. Polymeric nanocarrier systems have played an important role in improving the physicochemical and pharmacological properties of polyphenols, thus ameliorating their therapeutic effectiveness. This article summarizes the benefits and shortcomings of various polymeric systems developed for the delivery of polyphenols in cancer therapy and reveals some ideas for future work.
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- Umeorah Ernest
- Department of Biomedical Engineering, School of Engineering, China Pharmaceutical University, Nanjing 210009, China.
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, School of Engineering, China Pharmaceutical University, Nanjing 210009, China.
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, School of Engineering, China Pharmaceutical University, Nanjing 210009, China.
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- Department of Medical Nanotechnology, School of Advanced Medical Sciences, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz 1416663547, Iran.
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- Department of Traditional Pharmacy, School of Traditional Medicine, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran 5165665931, Iran.
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- Department of Pharmacy, COMSATS University Islamabad, Lahore Campus 54600, Pakistan.
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Mohajeri M, Sahebkar A. Protective effects of curcumin against doxorubicin-induced toxicity and resistance: A review. Crit Rev Oncol Hematol 2017; 122:30-51. [PMID: 29458788 DOI: 10.1016/j.critrevonc.2017.12.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 108] [Impact Index Per Article: 15.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/02/2017] [Revised: 10/28/2017] [Accepted: 12/11/2017] [Indexed: 02/08/2023] Open
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Doxorubicin (DOX)-induced toxicity and resistance are major obstacles in chemotherapeutic approaches. Despite effective in the treatment of numerous malignancies, some clinicians have voiced concern that DOX has the potential to cause debilitating consequences in organ tissues, especially the heart. The mechanisms of toxicity and resistance are respectively related to induction of reactive oxygen species (ROS) and up-regulation of ATP-binding cassette (ABC) transporter. Curcumin (CUR) with several biological and pharmacological properties is expected to restore DOX-mediated impairments to tissues. This review is intended to address the current knowledge on DOX adverse effects and CUR protective actions in the heart, kidneys, liver, brain, and reproductive organs. Coadministration of CUR and DOX is capable of ameliorating DOX toxicity pertained to antioxidant, apoptosis, autophagy, and mitochondrial permeability.
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- Mohammad Mohajeri
- Department of Medical Biotechnology, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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- Biotechnology Research Center, Pharmaceutical Technology Institute, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran; Neurogenic Inflammation Research Center, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran; School of Pharmacy, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran.
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Qin L, Wu L, Jiang S, Yang D, He H, Zhang F, Zhang P. Multifunctional micelle delivery system for overcoming multidrug resistance of doxorubicin. J Drug Target 2017; 26:289-295. [DOI: 10.1080/1061186x.2017.1379525] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/20/2022]
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- Li Qin
- School of Pharmacy, Shenyang Pharmaceutical University, Shenyang, PR China
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- School of Pharmacy, Shenyang Pharmaceutical University, Shenyang, PR China
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- School of Pharmacy, Shenyang Pharmaceutical University, Shenyang, PR China
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- School of Pharmacy, Shenyang Pharmaceutical University, Shenyang, PR China
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- School of Pharmacy, Shenyang Pharmaceutical University, Shenyang, PR China
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- School of Pharmacy, Shenyang Pharmaceutical University, Shenyang, PR China
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- School of Pharmacy, Shenyang Pharmaceutical University, Shenyang, PR China
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Kumar G, Goldberg SN, Gourevitch S, Levchenko T, Torchilin V, Galun E, Ahmed M. Targeting STAT3 to Suppress Systemic Pro-Oncogenic Effects from Hepatic Radiofrequency Ablation. Radiology 2017; 286:524-536. [PMID: 28880787 DOI: 10.1148/radiol.2017162943] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/29/2022]
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Purpose To (a) identify key expressed genes in the periablational rim after radiofrequency ablation (RFA) and their role in driving the stimulation of distant tumor growth and (b) use adjuvant drug therapies to block key identified mediator(s) to suppress off-target tumorigenic effects of hepatic RFA. Materials and Methods This institutional animal care and use committee-approved study was performed in C57BL6 mice (n = 20) and F344 rats (n = 124). First, gene expression analysis was performed in mice after hepatic RFA or sham procedure; mice were sacrificed 24 hours to 7 days after treatment. Data were analyzed for differentially expressed genes (greater than twofold change) and their functional annotations. Next, animals were allocated to hepatic RFA or sham treatment with or without STAT3 (signal transducer and activator of transcription 3) inhibitor S3I-201 for periablational phosphorylated STAT3 immunohistochemistry analysis at 24 hours. Finally, animals with subcutaneous R3230 adenocarcinoma tumors were allocated to RFA or sham treatment with or without a STAT3 inhibitor (S3I-201 or micellar curcumin, eight arms). Outcomes included distant tumor growth, proliferation (Ki-67 percentage), and microvascular density. Results At 24 hours, 217 genes had altered expression (107 upregulated and 110 downregulated), decreasing to 55 genes (27 upregulated and 28 downregulated) and 18 genes (four upregulated, 14 downregulated) at 72 hours and 7 days, respectively. At 24 hours, STAT3 occurred in four of seven activated pathways associated with pro-oncogenic genes at network analysis. Immunohistochemistry analysis confirmed elevated periablational phosphorylated STAT3 24 hours after RFA, which was suppressed with S3I-201 (percentage of positive cells per field: 31.7% ± 3.4 vs 3.8% ± 1.7; P < .001). Combined RFA plus S3I-201 reduced systemic distant tumor growth at 7 days (end diameter: 11.8 mm ± 0.5 with RFA plus S3I-201, 19.8 mm ± 0.7 with RFA alone, and 15 mm ± 0.7 with sham procedure; P < .001). STAT3 inhibition with micellar curcumin also suppressed postablation stimulation of distant tumor growth, proliferation, and microvascular density (P < .01). Conclusion Gene expression analysis identified multiple pathways upregulated in the periablational rim after hepatic RFA, of which STAT3 was active in four of seven. Postablation STAT3 activation is linked to increased distant tumor stimulation and can be suppressed with adjuvant STAT3 inhibitors. © RSNA, 2017.
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- Gaurav Kumar
- From the Laboratory for Minimally Invasive Tumor Therapies, Department of Radiology, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Harvard Medical School, 1 Deaconess Rd, WCC 308-B, Boston, MA 02215 (G.K., S.N.G., M.A.); Division of Image-guided Therapy and Interventional Oncology, Department of Radiology (S.N.G.), and Goldyne Savad Institute of Gene Therapy (S.G., E.G.), Hadassah Hebrew University Hospital, Jerusalem, Israel; and Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Northeastern University, Boston, Mass (T.L., V.T.)
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- From the Laboratory for Minimally Invasive Tumor Therapies, Department of Radiology, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Harvard Medical School, 1 Deaconess Rd, WCC 308-B, Boston, MA 02215 (G.K., S.N.G., M.A.); Division of Image-guided Therapy and Interventional Oncology, Department of Radiology (S.N.G.), and Goldyne Savad Institute of Gene Therapy (S.G., E.G.), Hadassah Hebrew University Hospital, Jerusalem, Israel; and Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Northeastern University, Boston, Mass (T.L., V.T.)
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- From the Laboratory for Minimally Invasive Tumor Therapies, Department of Radiology, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Harvard Medical School, 1 Deaconess Rd, WCC 308-B, Boston, MA 02215 (G.K., S.N.G., M.A.); Division of Image-guided Therapy and Interventional Oncology, Department of Radiology (S.N.G.), and Goldyne Savad Institute of Gene Therapy (S.G., E.G.), Hadassah Hebrew University Hospital, Jerusalem, Israel; and Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Northeastern University, Boston, Mass (T.L., V.T.)
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- From the Laboratory for Minimally Invasive Tumor Therapies, Department of Radiology, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Harvard Medical School, 1 Deaconess Rd, WCC 308-B, Boston, MA 02215 (G.K., S.N.G., M.A.); Division of Image-guided Therapy and Interventional Oncology, Department of Radiology (S.N.G.), and Goldyne Savad Institute of Gene Therapy (S.G., E.G.), Hadassah Hebrew University Hospital, Jerusalem, Israel; and Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Northeastern University, Boston, Mass (T.L., V.T.)
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- From the Laboratory for Minimally Invasive Tumor Therapies, Department of Radiology, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Harvard Medical School, 1 Deaconess Rd, WCC 308-B, Boston, MA 02215 (G.K., S.N.G., M.A.); Division of Image-guided Therapy and Interventional Oncology, Department of Radiology (S.N.G.), and Goldyne Savad Institute of Gene Therapy (S.G., E.G.), Hadassah Hebrew University Hospital, Jerusalem, Israel; and Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Northeastern University, Boston, Mass (T.L., V.T.)
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- From the Laboratory for Minimally Invasive Tumor Therapies, Department of Radiology, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Harvard Medical School, 1 Deaconess Rd, WCC 308-B, Boston, MA 02215 (G.K., S.N.G., M.A.); Division of Image-guided Therapy and Interventional Oncology, Department of Radiology (S.N.G.), and Goldyne Savad Institute of Gene Therapy (S.G., E.G.), Hadassah Hebrew University Hospital, Jerusalem, Israel; and Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Northeastern University, Boston, Mass (T.L., V.T.)
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- From the Laboratory for Minimally Invasive Tumor Therapies, Department of Radiology, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Harvard Medical School, 1 Deaconess Rd, WCC 308-B, Boston, MA 02215 (G.K., S.N.G., M.A.); Division of Image-guided Therapy and Interventional Oncology, Department of Radiology (S.N.G.), and Goldyne Savad Institute of Gene Therapy (S.G., E.G.), Hadassah Hebrew University Hospital, Jerusalem, Israel; and Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Northeastern University, Boston, Mass (T.L., V.T.)
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Deshmukh AS, Chauhan PN, Noolvi MN, Chaturvedi K, Ganguly K, Shukla SS, Nadagouda MN, Aminabhavi TM. Polymeric micelles: Basic research to clinical practice. Int J Pharm 2017; 532:249-268. [PMID: 28882486 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijpharm.2017.09.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 134] [Impact Index Per Article: 19.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/23/2017] [Revised: 09/02/2017] [Accepted: 09/02/2017] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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Rapidly developing polymeric micelles as potential targeting carriers has intensified the need for better understanding of the underlying principles related to the selection of suitable delivery materials for designing, characterizing, drug loading, improving stability, targetability, biosafety and efficacy. The emergence of advanced analytical tools such as fluorescence resonance energy transfer and dissipative particle dynamics has identified new dimensions of these nanostructures and their behavior in much greater details. This review summarizes recent efforts in the development of polymeric micelles with respect to their architecture, formulation strategy and targeting possibilities along with their preclinical and clinical aspects. Literature of the past decade is discussed critically with special reference to the chemistry involved in the formation and clinical applications of these versatile materials. Thus, our main objective is to provide a timely update on the current status of polymeric micelles highlighting their applications and the important parameters that have led to successful delivery of drugs to the site of action.
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- Anand S Deshmukh
- Department of Pharmaceutical Research, Shree Dhanvantary Pharmacy College, Kim, Surat, Gujarat 394 110, India.
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Research, Shree Dhanvantary Pharmacy College, Kim, Surat, Gujarat 394 110, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Research, Shree Dhanvantary Pharmacy College, Kim, Surat, Gujarat 394 110, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Research, Shree Dhanvantary Pharmacy College, Kim, Surat, Gujarat 394 110, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Research, Shree Dhanvantary Pharmacy College, Kim, Surat, Gujarat 394 110, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Research, Shree Dhanvantary Pharmacy College, Kim, Surat, Gujarat 394 110, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Research, Shree Dhanvantary Pharmacy College, Kim, Surat, Gujarat 394 110, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Research, Shree Dhanvantary Pharmacy College, Kim, Surat, Gujarat 394 110, India.
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Moreno-Acosta P, Vallard A, Carrillo S, Gamboa O, Romero-Rojas A, Molano M, Acosta J, Mayorga D, Rancoule C, Garcia MA, Cotes Mestre M, Magné N. Biomarkers of resistance to radiation therapy: a prospective study in cervical carcinoma. Radiat Oncol 2017; 12:120. [PMID: 28716107 PMCID: PMC5514482 DOI: 10.1186/s13014-017-0856-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/21/2016] [Accepted: 07/12/2017] [Indexed: 12/19/2022] Open
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Background Clinical parameters and proteins have recently been suggested as possible causes of radiotherapy (RT) resistance in cervical carcinoma (CC). The objective of the present study was to validate prognostic biomarkers of radiation resistance. Methods The present prospective study included patients undergoing RT with curative intent for histologically proven locally advanced squamous cell CC. Tissues and blood samples were systematically collected before RT initiation. Immuno-histochemistry was performed (IGF-IR α and β, GAPDH, HIF-1 alpha, Survivin, GLUT1, CAIX, hTERT and HKII). Response to radiation was assessed through tumour response 3 months after RT completion, through overall survival (OS) and through progression-free survival (PFS). Results One hundred forty nine patients with a mean age of 46 years were included, with FIGO IIB (n = 53) and FIGO IIIB (n = 96) CCs. 61 patients were treated with exclusive RT + brachytherapy and 88 underwent chemo-radiotherapy + brachytherapy. Our findings suggest an association between hemoglobin level (Hb) (>11 g/dL) and 3 months complete response (p = 0.02). Hb level < 11 g/dL was associated with decreased PFS (p = 0.05) and OS (p = 0.08). Overexpression of IGF-1R β was correlated with a decreased OS (p = 0.007). Overexpression of GLUT1 was marginally correlated with reduced OS (p = 0.05). PFS and OS were significantly improved in patients undergoing chemoradiation versus exclusive radiotherapy (PFS: p = 0.04; OS: p = 0.01). Conclusions IGF-1R β overexpression and Hb level (≤11 g/dl) were associated with poor prognosis, and thus appear to be possible interesting biomarkers of radiation resistance. Our results corroborate previous pre-clinical studies suggesting IGF-1R and hypoxia to be part of the biological pathways leading to radio-resistance.
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- P Moreno-Acosta
- Research Group in Radiobiology Clinical, Molecular and Cellular, National Cancer Institute, Bogotá, Colombia.,Research Group in Cancer Biology, National Cancer Institute, Bogotá, Colombia
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, Institut de cancérologie de la Loire-Lucien Neuwirth, 108 bis, Avenue Albert Raimond, BP 60008, 42271, Saint-Priest en Jarez, France.
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- Research Group in Radiobiology Clinical, Molecular and Cellular, National Cancer Institute, Bogotá, Colombia
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- Research Group in Cancer Biology, National Cancer Institute, Bogotá, Colombia.,Unit of Analysis, National Cancer Institute, Bogotá, Colombia
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- Group of Pathology Oncology, National Cancer Institute, Bogotá, Colombia
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- Microbiology and Infection Diseases, The Royal Women's Hospital, Melbourne, Australia
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- Pathology Group, National University of Colombia, Bogotá, Colombia
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- Research Group in Cancer Biology, National Cancer Institute, Bogotá, Colombia
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, Institut de cancérologie de la Loire-Lucien Neuwirth, 108 bis, Avenue Albert Raimond, BP 60008, 42271, Saint-Priest en Jarez, France
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, Institut de cancérologie de la Loire-Lucien Neuwirth, 108 bis, Avenue Albert Raimond, BP 60008, 42271, Saint-Priest en Jarez, France
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- Research Group in Cancer Biology, National Cancer Institute, Bogotá, Colombia.,Group of Radiotherapy and Medical Physical, National Cancer Institute, Bogotá, Colombia
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, Institut de cancérologie de la Loire-Lucien Neuwirth, 108 bis, Avenue Albert Raimond, BP 60008, 42271, Saint-Priest en Jarez, France
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Vittorio O, Curcio M, Cojoc M, Goya GF, Hampel S, Iemma F, Dubrovska A, Cirillo G. Polyphenols delivery by polymeric materials: challenges in cancer treatment. Drug Deliv 2017; 24:162-180. [PMID: 28156178 PMCID: PMC8241076 DOI: 10.1080/10717544.2016.1236846] [Citation(s) in RCA: 32] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/16/2022] Open
Abstract
Nanotechnology can offer different solutions for enhancing the therapeutic efficiency of polyphenols, a class of natural products widely explored for a potential applicability for the treatment of different diseases including cancer. While possessing interesting anticancer properties, polyphenols suffer from low stability and unfavorable pharmacokinetics, and thus suitable carriers are required when planning a therapeutic protocol. In the present review, an overview of the different strategies based on polymeric materials is presented, with the aim to highlight the strengths and the weaknesses of each approach and offer a platform of ideas for researchers working in the field.
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- Orazio Vittorio
- a UNSW Australia, Children's Cancer Institute, Lowy Cancer Research Center and ARC Center of Excellence in Convergent Bio-Nano Science and Technology, Australian Center for NanoMedicine , Sydney , NSW , Australia
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- b Department of Pharmacy Health and Nutritional Science , University of Calabria, Arcavacata di Rende , Italy
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- c OncoRay-National Center for Radiation Research in Oncology, Medical Faculty and University Hospital Carl Gustav Carus, Technische Universität Dresden and Helmholtz-Zentrum Dresden-Rossendorf , Dresden , Germany
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- d Institute of Nanoscience of Aragon (INA) and Department of Condensed Matter Physics, University of Zaragoza , Zaragoza , Spain
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- e Leibniz Institute of Solid State and Material Research Dresden , Dresden , Germany , and
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- b Department of Pharmacy Health and Nutritional Science , University of Calabria, Arcavacata di Rende , Italy
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- c OncoRay-National Center for Radiation Research in Oncology, Medical Faculty and University Hospital Carl Gustav Carus, Technische Universität Dresden and Helmholtz-Zentrum Dresden-Rossendorf , Dresden , Germany.,f German Cancer Consortium (DKTK) Dresden and German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ) , Heidelberg , Germany
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- b Department of Pharmacy Health and Nutritional Science , University of Calabria, Arcavacata di Rende , Italy
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Ma W, Guo Q, Li Y, Wang X, Wang J, Tu P. Co-assembly of doxorubicin and curcumin targeted micelles for synergistic delivery and improving anti-tumor efficacy. Eur J Pharm Biopharm 2017; 112:209-223. [PMID: 27913127 DOI: 10.1016/j.ejpb.2016.11.033] [Citation(s) in RCA: 62] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/02/2016] [Revised: 11/07/2016] [Accepted: 11/22/2016] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Chemotherapeutic drugs have a series of limitations in anti-tumor treatment, mainly including multidrug resistance (MDR) and serious adverse reactions. Co-delivery system with two or more synergistic therapeutic drugs is an effective strategy to settle these limitations. In this study, active tumor-targeted co-delivery micelles (DOX+Cur)-PMs, with two synergistic drugs of a therapeutic drug of doxorubicin (DOX) and a chemosensitizer of curcumin (Cur) co-encapsulated into hyaluronic acid-vitamin E succinate (HA-VES) graft copolymer, were prepared and delivered simultaneously into tumor cells for improving therapeutic effects of DOX. (DOX+Cur)-PMs had uniform particle size, high encapsulation efficacy, sustained release profile and good colloidal stability. In vitro cytotoxicity study, (DOX+Cur)-PMs exerted the strongest cytotoxicity and highest cell apoptosis-inducing activities against DOX-resistant MCF-7/Adr cells. Moreover, (DOX+Cur)-PMs more efficiently internalized into cancer cells and enhanced the cellular uptake of DOX via energy-dependent and caveolae-mediated endocytosis, and significantly reversed MDR effects via CD44 targeting delivery and the synergic effect of released Cur. More importantly, in vivo results illustrated that (DOX+Cur)-PMs not only displayed better tumor accumulation and tumor targeting, and more efficiently inhibited the growth of tumor in 4T1 tumor-bearing mice, but also induced significantly less pathological damage to the cardiac tissue in comparison with free DOX, even DOX-PMs and DOX-PMs+Cur. In summary, this targeted combinational micellar delivery system with DOX and Cur could be a promising vehicle in tumor therapy.
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- Wenzhuan Ma
- Modern Research Center for Traditional Chinese Medicine, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing 100029, People's Republic of China; School of Chinese Materia Medica, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing 100102, People's Republic of China
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- Modern Research Center for Traditional Chinese Medicine, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing 100029, People's Republic of China; School of Chinese Materia Medica, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing 100102, People's Republic of China
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- Modern Research Center for Traditional Chinese Medicine, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing 100029, People's Republic of China; School of Chinese Materia Medica, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing 100102, People's Republic of China
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- Modern Research Center for Traditional Chinese Medicine, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing 100029, People's Republic of China
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- Modern Research Center for Traditional Chinese Medicine, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing 100029, People's Republic of China.
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- Modern Research Center for Traditional Chinese Medicine, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing 100029, People's Republic of China.
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Parasuraman S, Zhen KM, Banik U, Christapher PV. Ameliorative Effect of Curcumin on Olanzapine-induced Obesity in Sprague-Dawley Rats. Pharmacognosy Res 2017; 9:247-252. [PMID: 28827965 PMCID: PMC5541480 DOI: 10.4103/pr.pr_8_17] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE To evaluate the effect of curcumin on olanzapine-induced obesity in rats. MATERIALS AND METHODS Sprague-Dawley (SD) rats were used for experiments. The animals were divided into six groups, namely, normal control, olanzapine control, betahistine (10 mg/kg), and curcumin 50, 100, and 200 mg/kg treated groups. Except the normal control group, all other animals were administered with olanzapine 4 mg/kg intraperitoneally to induce obesity. The drugs were administered once daily, per oral for 28 days. During the experiment, body weight changes and behavior alterations were monitored at regular intervals. At the end of the experiment, blood sample was collected from all the experimental animals for biochemical analysis. Part of the liver and kidney tissues was harvested from the sacrificed animals and preserved in neutral formalin for histopathological studies. RESULTS Curcumin showed a significant reduction in olanzapine-induced body weight gain on the rats and improved the locomotor effects. The effect of curcumin on olanzapine-induced body weight gain is not comparable with that of betahistine. CONCLUSION This study has shown metabolic alteration effect of curcumin on olanzapine, an antipsychotic drug, treated SD rats. SUMMARY Olanzapine is an atypical antipsychotic drug used for the treatment of schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. Obesity is an adverse effect of olanzapine, and the present study was made an attempt to study the effect of curcumin on olanzapine-induced obesity in rats. In this present study, curcumin significantly reduced olanzapine-induced body weight gain in rats. Abbreviations Used: 5HT: 5-hydroxytryptamine, ALP: Alkaline phosphatase, ALT: Alanine transaminase, ANOVA: Analysis of variance, AST: Aspartate transaminase, CMC: Carboxymethyl cellulose, D: Dopamine, H and E: Hematoxylin and Eosin stain, H: Histamine, HDL-C: Highdensity lipoprotein cholesterol, IP: Intraperitoneal, MAO: Monoamine oxidase, NaOH: Sodium hydroxide, SD rats: Sprague Dawley rats, TCs: Total cholesterols, TG: Triglyceride.
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- Unit of Pharmacology, Faculty of Pharmacy, AIMST University, Kedah, Malaysia
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- Department of Pathology, Faculty of Medicine, AIMST University, Kedah, Malaysia
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Sarisozen C, Dhokai S, Tsikudo EG, Luther E, Rachman IM, Torchilin VP. Nanomedicine based curcumin and doxorubicin combination treatment of glioblastoma with scFv-targeted micelles: In vitro evaluation on 2D and 3D tumor models. Eur J Pharm Biopharm 2016; 108:54-67. [PMID: 27569031 DOI: 10.1016/j.ejpb.2016.08.013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 72] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/19/2016] [Revised: 08/09/2016] [Accepted: 08/21/2016] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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NF-κB is strongly associated with poor prognosis of different cancer types and an important factor responsible for the malignant phenotype of glioblastoma. Overcoming chemotherapy-induced resistance caused by activation of PI3K/Akt and NF-κB pathways is crucial for successful glioblastoma therapy. We developed an all-in-one nanomedicine formulation for co-delivery of a chemotherapeutic agent (topoisomerase II inhibitor, doxorubicin) and a multidrug resistance modulator (NF-κB inhibitor, curcumin) for treatment of glioblastoma due to their synergism. Both agents were incorporated into PEG-PE-based polymeric micelles. The glucose transporter-1 (GLUT1) is overexpressed in many tumors including glioblastoma. The micellar system was decorated with GLUT1 antibody single chain fragment variable (scFv) as the ligand to promote blood brain barrier transport and glioblastoma targeting. The combination treatment was synergistic (combination index, CI of 0.73) against U87MG glioblastoma cells. This synergism was improved by micellar encapsulation (CI: 0.63) and further so with GLUT1 targeting (CI: 0.46). Compared to non-targeted micelles, GLUT1 scFv surface modification increased the association of micelles (>20%, P<0.01) and the nuclear localization of doxorubicin (∼3-fold) in U87MGcells, which also translated into enhanced cytotoxicity. The increased caspase 3/7 activation by targeted micelles indicates successful apoptosis enhancement by combinatory treatment. Moreover, GLUT1 targeted micelles resulted in deeper penetration into the 3D spheroid model. The increased efficacy of combination nanoformulations on the spheroids compared to a single agent loaded, or to non-targeted formulations, reinforces the rationale for selection of this combination and successful utilization of GLUT1 scFv as a targeting agent for glioblastoma treatment.
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- Can Sarisozen
- Center for Pharmaceutical Biotechnology and Nanomedicine, Northeastern University, Boston, MA 02115, USA
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- Center for Pharmaceutical Biotechnology and Nanomedicine, Northeastern University, Boston, MA 02115, USA
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- Center for Pharmaceutical Biotechnology and Nanomedicine, Northeastern University, Boston, MA 02115, USA
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Northeastern University, Boston, MA 02115, USA
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- Center for Pharmaceutical Biotechnology and Nanomedicine, Northeastern University, Boston, MA 02115, USA; Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Science, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah 21589, Saudi Arabia.
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Yan Y, Xie M, Zhang L, Zhou X, Xie H, Zhou L, Zheng S, Wang W. Ras-related associated with diabetes gene acts as a suppressor and inhibits Warburg effect in hepatocellular carcinoma. Onco Targets Ther 2016; 9:3925-37. [PMID: 27418837 PMCID: PMC4935086 DOI: 10.2147/ott.s106703] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/11/2022] Open
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Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is rapidly becoming one of the most prevalent cancers worldwide and is a prominent source of mortality. Ras-related associated with diabetes (RRAD), one of the first members of the 35–39 kDa class of novel Ras-related GTPases, is linked to several types of cancer, although its function in HCC remains unclear. In this study, we observed that RRAD was downregulated in HCC compared with adjacent normal tissues. This change was associated with a poor prognosis. Furthermore, knockdown of RRAD in SK-Hep-1 cells facilitated cell proliferation, accelerated the G1/S transition during the cell cycle, induced cell migration, and reduced apoptosis. In contrast, overexpression of RRAD in Huh7 cells had the opposite effects. Moreover, we demonstrated that RRAD induced cell proliferation through regulation of the cell cycle by downregulating cyclins and cyclin-dependent kinases. RRAD induced tumor cell apoptosis through the mitochondrial apoptosis pathway. In addition, we confirmed that knockdown of RRAD promoted aerobic glycolysis by upregulating glucose transporter 1, whereas overexpression of RRAD inhibited aerobic glycolysis. In conclusion, RRAD plays a pivotal role as a potential tumor suppressor in HCC. An improved understanding of the roles of RRAD in tumor metabolism may provide insights into its potential as a novel molecular target in HCC therapy.
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- Yingcai Yan
- Key Laboratory of Combined Multi-Organ Transplantation, Ministry of Public Health, The First Affiliated Hospital, College of Medicine, Zhejiang University
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- Key Laboratory of Combined Multi-Organ Transplantation, Ministry of Public Health, The First Affiliated Hospital, College of Medicine, Zhejiang University
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- Key Laboratory of Combined Multi-Organ Transplantation, Ministry of Public Health, The First Affiliated Hospital, College of Medicine, Zhejiang University
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- Key Laboratory of Combined Multi-Organ Transplantation, Ministry of Public Health, The First Affiliated Hospital, College of Medicine, Zhejiang University
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- Key Laboratory of Combined Multi-Organ Transplantation, Ministry of Public Health, The First Affiliated Hospital, College of Medicine, Zhejiang University
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- Key Laboratory of Combined Multi-Organ Transplantation, Ministry of Public Health, The First Affiliated Hospital, College of Medicine, Zhejiang University
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- Division of Hepatobiliary and Pancreatic Surgery, Department of Surgery; Collaborative Innovation Center for Diagnosis and Treatment of Infectious Diseases, The First Affiliated Hospital, College of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, People's Republic of China
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- Division of Hepatobiliary and Pancreatic Surgery, Department of Surgery; Collaborative Innovation Center for Diagnosis and Treatment of Infectious Diseases, The First Affiliated Hospital, College of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, People's Republic of China
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Yamamoto M, Tsujikawa T, Fujita Y, Chino Y, Kurokawa T, Kiyono Y, Okazawa H, Yoshida Y. Metabolic tumor burden predicts prognosis of ovarian cancer patients who receive platinum-based adjuvant chemotherapy. Cancer Sci 2016; 107:478-85. [PMID: 26789906 PMCID: PMC4832857 DOI: 10.1111/cas.12890] [Citation(s) in RCA: 28] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/16/2015] [Revised: 01/07/2016] [Accepted: 01/12/2016] [Indexed: 01/21/2023] Open
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Volumetric parameters of positron emission tomography–computed tomography using 18F‐fludeoxyglucose (18F‐FDG PET/CT) that comprehensively reflect both metabolic activity and tumor burden are capable of predicting survival in several cancers. The aim of this study was to investigate the predictive performance of metabolic tumor burden measured by 18F‐FDG PET/CT in ovarian cancer patients who received platinum‐based adjuvant chemotherapy after cytoreductive surgery. Included in this study were 37 epithelial ovarian cancer patients. Metabolic tumor burden in terms of metabolic tumor volume (MTV) and total lesion glycolysis (TLG), clinical stage, histological type, residual tumor after primary cytoreductive surgery, baseline serum carbohydrate antigen 125 (CA125) level, and the maximum standardized uptake value (SUVmax) were determined, and compared for their performance in predicting progression‐free survival (PFS). Metabolic tumor volume correlated with CA125 (r = 0.547, P < 0.001), and TLG correlated with SUVmax and CA125 (SUVmax, r = 0.437, P = 0.007; CA125, r = 0.593, P < 0.001). Kaplan–Meier analysis showed a significant difference in PFS between the groups categorized by TLG (P = 0.043; log–rank test). Univariate analysis indicated that TLG was a statistically significant risk factor for poor PFS. Multivariate analysis adjusted according to the clinicopathological features was carried out for MTV, TLG, SUVmax, tumor size, and CA125. Only TLG showed a significant difference (P = 0.038), and a 3.915‐fold increase in the hazard ratio of PFS. Both MTV and TLG (especially TLG) could serve as potential surrogate biomarkers for recurrence in patients who undergo primary cytoreductive surgery followed by platinum‐based chemotherapy, and could identify patients at high risk of recurrence who need more aggressive treatment.
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- Makoto Yamamoto
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Fukui, Fukui, Japan
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- Biomedical Imaging Research Center, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Fukui, Fukui, Japan
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Fukui, Fukui, Japan
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Fukui, Fukui, Japan
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Fukui, Fukui, Japan
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- Biomedical Imaging Research Center, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Fukui, Fukui, Japan
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- Biomedical Imaging Research Center, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Fukui, Fukui, Japan
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Fukui, Fukui, Japan
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Shargh VH, Hondermarck H, Liang M. Antibody-targeted biodegradable nanoparticles for cancer therapy. Nanomedicine (Lond) 2016; 11:63-79. [DOI: 10.2217/nnm.15.186] [Citation(s) in RCA: 65] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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The use of nanotechnology has great potentials to revolutionize the future cancer diagnosis and therapy. In this context, various nanoparticles (NPs) have been developed for targeted delivery of diagnostic/therapeutic agents to the tumor sites, which thus result in greater efficacy and much less side effects. The targeting property of NPs is often achieved by functionalizing their surface with tumor-specific ligands, such as antibodies, peptides, small molecules and oligonucleotides. In this review, we will discuss recent progress in the multifunctional design of antibody-targeted NPs with a special focus on liposomal, polymeric and protein-based delivery systems.
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- Vahid Heravi Shargh
- School of Biomedical Sciences & Pharmacy, Faculty of Health & Medicine, University of Newcastle, Callaghan, NSW 2308, Australia
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- School of Biomedical Sciences & Pharmacy, Faculty of Health & Medicine, University of Newcastle, Callaghan, NSW 2308, Australia
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- School of Biomedical Sciences & Pharmacy, Faculty of Health & Medicine, University of Newcastle, Callaghan, NSW 2308, Australia
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Li H, Li M, Chen C, Fan A, Kong D, Wang Z, Zhao Y. On-demand combinational delivery of curcumin and doxorubicin via a pH-labile micellar nanocarrier. Int J Pharm 2015; 495:572-578. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ijpharm.2015.09.022] [Citation(s) in RCA: 40] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/03/2015] [Revised: 09/01/2015] [Accepted: 09/12/2015] [Indexed: 01/16/2023]
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Accardo A, Morelli G. Review peptide-targeted liposomes for selective drug delivery: Advantages and problematic issues. Biopolymers 2015; 104:462-79. [DOI: 10.1002/bip.22678] [Citation(s) in RCA: 40] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/05/2015] [Revised: 04/01/2015] [Accepted: 05/04/2015] [Indexed: 01/18/2023]
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- Antonella Accardo
- Department of Pharmacy; CIRPeB, University of Naples “Federico II” and Invectors srl; 80134 Napoli Italy
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- Department of Pharmacy; CIRPeB, University of Naples “Federico II” and Invectors srl; 80134 Napoli Italy
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Berlth F, Mönig S, Pinther B, Grimminger P, Maus M, Schlösser H, Plum P, Warnecke-Eberz U, Harismendy O, Drebber U, Bollschweiler E, Hölscher A, Alakus H. Both GLUT-1 and GLUT-14 are Independent Prognostic Factors in Gastric Adenocarcinoma. Ann Surg Oncol 2015; 22 Suppl 3:S822-31. [PMID: 26183839 DOI: 10.1245/s10434-015-4730-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/17/2015] [Indexed: 01/14/2023]
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BACKGROUND The role of glucose transporter 14 (GLUT-14/SLC2A14) in tumor biology is entirely unknown, and the significance of hypoxia inducible factor 1-alpha (HIF1-α) for gastric adenocarcinoma is controversial. The impact of GLUT-1/SLC2A1 has never been confirmed in a Caucasian cohort. METHODS Between 1996 and 2007, 124 patients underwent gastrectomy for gastric adenocarcinoma. Tumor sections were incubated with GLUT-1, GLUT-14, and HIF1-α antibodies. Expression was analyzed for correlations with histopathology, marker coexpression, and patient survival by uni- and multivariate analyses. RESULTS Expressions of GLUT-1, GLUT-14, and HIF1-α were detectable in 50, 77.4, and 27.1 %, respectively. Expression of GLUT-1 was associated with pT-category (p = 0.019), pN-category (p = 0.019), tubular (WHO, p = 0.008), and intestinal (Lauren classification; p = 0.002) histologic subtypes. Expression of GLUT-14 was correlated with pT category (p = 0.043), whereas HIF1-α did not show any correlation with histopathology or survival. The median survival period was 14 months (95 % confidence interval [CI] 9.2-18.8 months) for GLUT-1-positive patients and 55 months (95 % CI 25.8-84.2; p = 0.01) for GLUT-1-negative patients. An inferior prognosis also was seen for GLUT-14-positive cases compared with GLUT-14-negative cases (p = 0.004). Thus, worst survival was seen with both GLUT-1- and GLUT-14-positive expression followed by single-positive and then double-negative cases (p = 0.004). In multivariate analysis including International Union Against Cancer (UICC) stages, R category, Lauren classification, surgery alone versus neoadjuvant/perioperative chemotherapy, and marker expression as covariates, GLUT-1 (p = 0.011) and GLUT-14 (p = 0.025) kept their prognostic independence. CONCLUSIONS The study findings suggest that detection of GLUT-1 and GLUT-14 is of high prognostic value. It gives additional information to UICC stages and identifies patients with inferior prognosis. If confirmed in prospective studies, these markers need to be considered for future classification systems.
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- Felix Berlth
- Department of General, Visceral and Cancer Surgery, University of Cologne, Cologne, Germany
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- Department of General, Visceral and Cancer Surgery, University of Cologne, Cologne, Germany
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- Department of General, Visceral and Cancer Surgery, University of Cologne, Cologne, Germany
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- Department of General, Visceral and Cancer Surgery, University of Cologne, Cologne, Germany.,Department of General, Abdominal and Transplant Surgery, University of Mainz, Mainz, Germany
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- Department of General, Visceral and Cancer Surgery, University of Cologne, Cologne, Germany
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- Department of General, Visceral and Cancer Surgery, University of Cologne, Cologne, Germany
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- Department of General, Visceral and Cancer Surgery, University of Cologne, Cologne, Germany
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- Department of General, Visceral and Cancer Surgery, University of Cologne, Cologne, Germany
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- Division of Biomedical Informatics and Moores Cancer Center, University of California San Diego, La Jolla, USA
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- Department of Pathology, University of Cologne, Cologne, Germany
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- Department of General, Visceral and Cancer Surgery, University of Cologne, Cologne, Germany
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- Department of General, Visceral and Cancer Surgery, University of Cologne, Cologne, Germany
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- Department of General, Visceral and Cancer Surgery, University of Cologne, Cologne, Germany.
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Liu Y, Feng N. Nanocarriers for the delivery of active ingredients and fractions extracted from natural products used in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM). Adv Colloid Interface Sci 2015; 221:60-76. [PMID: 25999266 DOI: 10.1016/j.cis.2015.04.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 78] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/28/2014] [Revised: 04/26/2015] [Accepted: 04/27/2015] [Indexed: 12/16/2022]
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Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) has been practiced for thousands of years with a recent increase in popularity. Despite promising biological activities of active ingredients and fractions from TCM, their poor solubility, poor stability, short biological half-life, ease of metabolism and rapid elimination hinder their clinical application. Therefore, overcoming these problems to improve the therapeutic efficacy of TCM preparations is a major focus of pharmaceutical sciences. Recently, nanocarriers have drawn increasing attention for their excellent and efficient delivery of active TCM ingredients or fractions. This review discusses problems in the delivery of active TCM ingredients or fractions; focuses on recent advances in nanocarriers that represent potential solutions to these problems, including lipid-based nanoparticles and polymeric, inorganic, and hybrid nanocarriers; and discusses unanswered questions in the field and criteria for the development of better nanocarriers for the delivery of active TCM ingredients or fractions to be focused on in future studies.
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Ahmad MZ, Alkahtani SA, Akhter S, Ahmad FJ, Ahmad J, Akhtar MS, Mohsin N, Abdel-Wahab BA. Progress in nanotechnology-based drug carrier in designing of curcumin nanomedicines for cancer therapy: current state-of-the-art. J Drug Target 2015; 24:273-93. [DOI: 10.3109/1061186x.2015.1055570] [Citation(s) in RCA: 61] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/29/2022]
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- Department of Clinical Pharmacy, College of Pharmacy, Najran University, Najran, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia,
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- Nanomedicine Research Lab, Faculty of Pharmacy, Jamia Hamdrad, New Delhi, India, and
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- Nanomedicine Research Lab, Faculty of Pharmacy, Jamia Hamdrad, New Delhi, India, and
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- Nanomedicine Research Lab, Faculty of Pharmacy, Jamia Hamdrad, New Delhi, India, and
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- Department of Clinical Pharmacy, College of Pharmacy, Najran University, Najran, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia,
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- Department of Clinical Pharmacy, College of Pharmacy, Najran University, Najran, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia,
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- Deparment of Pharmacology, College of Pharmacy, Najran University, Najran, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
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In vitro and in vivo antitumoral effects of combinations of polyphenols, or polyphenols and anticancer drugs: perspectives on cancer treatment. Int J Mol Sci 2015; 16:9236-82. [PMID: 25918934 PMCID: PMC4463587 DOI: 10.3390/ijms16059236] [Citation(s) in RCA: 210] [Impact Index Per Article: 23.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/13/2015] [Revised: 04/09/2015] [Accepted: 04/15/2015] [Indexed: 12/16/2022] Open
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Carcinogenesis is a multistep process triggered by genetic alterations that activate different signal transduction pathways and cause the progressive transformation of a normal cell into a cancer cell. Polyphenols, compounds ubiquitously expressed in plants, have anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antiviral, anticancer, and immunomodulatory properties, all of which are beneficial to human health. Due to their ability to modulate the activity of multiple targets involved in carcinogenesis through direct interaction or modulation of gene expression, polyphenols can be employed to inhibit the growth of cancer cells. However, the main problem related to the use of polyphenols as anticancer agents is their poor bioavailability, which might hinder the in vivo effects of the single compound. In fact, polyphenols have a poor absorption and biodistribution, but also a fast metabolism and excretion in the human body. The poor bioavailability of a polyphenol will affect the effective dose delivered to cancer cells. One way to counteract this drawback could be combination treatment with different polyphenols or with polyphenols and other anti-cancer drugs, which can lead to more effective antitumor effects than treatment using only one of the compounds. This report reviews current knowledge on the anticancer effects of combinations of polyphenols or polyphenols and anticancer drugs, with a focus on their ability to modulate multiple signaling transduction pathways involved in cancer.
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Simultaneous determination of doxorubicin and curcumin in rat plasma by LC-MS/MS and its application to pharmacokinetic study. J Pharm Biomed Anal 2015; 111:215-21. [PMID: 25910045 DOI: 10.1016/j.jpba.2015.04.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 52] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/13/2015] [Revised: 03/31/2015] [Accepted: 04/02/2015] [Indexed: 12/28/2022]
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A specific, sensitive and rapid liquid chromatography tandem mass spectrometry (LC-MS/MS) method has been developed and validated for simultaneous quantification of doxorubicin and curcumin in rat plasma after intravenous administration. The analytes of doxorubicin and curcumin were extracted with methanol precipitation using glibenclamide as internal standard (IS). The chromatographic separation was performed on a C18 column with acetonitrile and 0.1% formic acid water as mobile phase and with gradient elution at a flow rate of 0.2 mL/min. Calibration curves were linear over the ranges of 2-8000 ng/mL for doxorubicin and 5-2000 ng/mL for curcumin (r > 0.99). The lower limit of quantification (LLOQ) was 2 ng/mL for DOX and 5 ng/mL for Cur. Finally, this developed method was successfully applied in the pharmacokinetic study of doxorubicin and curcumin in rats and evaluated the effects of curcumin on the absorption of doxorubicin after intravenous administration.
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Targeted Drug Delivery Systems: Strategies and Challenges. ADVANCES IN DELIVERY SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY 2015. [DOI: 10.1007/978-3-319-11355-5_1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/14/2023]
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Garbuzenko OB, Winkler J, Tomassone MS, Minko T. Biodegradable Janus nanoparticles for local pulmonary delivery of hydrophilic and hydrophobic molecules to the lungs. LANGMUIR : THE ACS JOURNAL OF SURFACES AND COLLOIDS 2014; 30:12941-9. [PMID: 25300552 PMCID: PMC4222657 DOI: 10.1021/la502144z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 60] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/03/2014] [Revised: 10/04/2014] [Indexed: 05/21/2023]
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The aim of the present work is to synthesize, characterize, and test self-assembled anisotropic or Janus particles designed to load anticancer drugs for lung cancer treatment by inhalation. The particles were synthesized using binary mixtures of biodegradable and biocompatible materials. The particles did not demonstrate cyto- and genotoxic effects. Janus particles were internalized by cancer cells and accumulated both in the cytoplasm and nuclei. After inhalation delivery, nanoparticles accumulated preferentially in the lungs of mice and retained there for at least 24 h. Two drugs or other biologically active components with substantially different aqueous solubility can be simultaneously loaded in two-phases (polymer-lipid) of these nanoparticles. In the present proof-of-concept investigation, the particles were loaded with two anticancer drugs: doxorubicin and curcumin as model anticancer drugs with relatively high and low aqueous solubility, respectively. However, there are no obstacles for loading any hydrophobic or hydrophilic chemical agents. Nanoparticles with dual load were used for their local inhalation delivery directly to the lungs of mice with orthotopic model of human lung cancer. In vivo experiments showed that the selected nanoparticles with two anticancer drugs with different mechanisms of action prevented progression of lung tumors. It should be stressed that anticancer effects of the combined treatment with two anticancer drugs loaded in the same nanoparticle significantly exceeded the effect of either drug loaded in similar nanoparticles alone.
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- Olga B. Garbuzenko
- Department
of Pharmaceutics, Rutgers, The State University
of New Jersey University, 160 Frelinghuysen Rd., Piscataway, New Jersey 08854, United States
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- Department
of Chemical and Biochemical Engineering, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, 98 Brett Road, Piscataway, New Jersey 08854, United States
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- Department
of Chemical and Biochemical Engineering, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, 98 Brett Road, Piscataway, New Jersey 08854, United States
- Phone: 732-445-2972; fax: 732-445-2581; e-mail:
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- Department
of Pharmaceutics, Rutgers, The State University
of New Jersey University, 160 Frelinghuysen Rd., Piscataway, New Jersey 08854, United States
- Phone: 848-445-6348; fax: 732-445-3134; e-mail:
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Sydow K, Torchilin VP, Dathe M. Lipopeptide‐modified PEG‐PE‐based pharmaceutical nanocarriers for enhanced uptake in blood–brain barrier cells and improved cytotoxicity against glioma cells. EUR J LIPID SCI TECH 2014. [DOI: 10.1002/ejlt.201300373] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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- Karl Sydow
- Leibniz‐Institut für Molekulare Pharmakologie im Forschungsverbund Berlin e.V. (FMP)BerlinGermany
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- Leibniz‐Institut für Molekulare Pharmakologie im Forschungsverbund Berlin e.V. (FMP)BerlinGermany
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Jhaveri AM, Torchilin VP. Multifunctional polymeric micelles for delivery of drugs and siRNA. Front Pharmacol 2014; 5:77. [PMID: 24795633 PMCID: PMC4007015 DOI: 10.3389/fphar.2014.00077] [Citation(s) in RCA: 257] [Impact Index Per Article: 25.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/03/2014] [Accepted: 03/31/2014] [Indexed: 12/18/2022] Open
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Polymeric micelles, self-assembling nano-constructs of amphiphilic copolymers with a core-shell structure have been used as versatile carriers for delivery of drugs as well as nucleic acids. They have gained immense popularity owing to a host of favorable properties including their capacity to effectively solubilize a variety of poorly soluble pharmaceutical agents, biocompatibility, longevity, high stability in vitro and in vivo and the ability to accumulate in pathological areas with compromised vasculature. Moreover, additional functions can be imparted to these micelles by engineering their surface with various ligands and cell-penetrating moieties to allow for specific targeting and intracellular accumulation, respectively, to load them with contrast agents to confer imaging capabilities, and incorporating stimuli-sensitive groups that allow drug release in response to small changes in the environment. Recently, there has been an increasing trend toward designing polymeric micelles which integrate a number of the above functions into a single carrier to give rise to “smart,” multifunctional polymeric micelles. Such multifunctional micelles can be envisaged as key to improving the efficacy of current treatments which have seen a steady increase not only in hydrophobic small molecules, but also in biologics including therapeutic genes, antibodies and small interfering RNA (siRNA). The purpose of this review is to highlight recent advances in the development of multifunctional polymeric micelles specifically for delivery of drugs and siRNA. In spite of the tremendous potential of siRNA, its translation into clinics has been a significant challenge because of physiological barriers to its effective delivery and the lack of safe, effective and clinically suitable vehicles. To that end, we also discuss the potential and suitability of multifunctional polymeric micelles, including lipid-based micelles, as promising vehicles for both siRNA and drugs.
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- Aditi M Jhaveri
- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Center for Pharmaceutical Biotechnology and Nanomedicine, Northeastern University Boston, MA, USA
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Center for Pharmaceutical Biotechnology and Nanomedicine, Northeastern University Boston, MA, USA
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