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Arif R, Kanwal S, Ahmed S, Kabir M. A Computational Predictor for Accurate Identification of Tumor Homing Peptides by Integrating Sequential and Deep BiLSTM Features. Interdiscip Sci 2024:10.1007/s12539-024-00628-9. [PMID: 38733473 DOI: 10.1007/s12539-024-00628-9] [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: 10/11/2023] [Revised: 03/16/2024] [Accepted: 03/27/2024] [Indexed: 05/13/2024]
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Cancer remains a severe illness, and current research indicates that tumor homing peptides (THPs) play an important part in cancer therapy. The identification of THPs can provide crucial insights for drug-discovery and pharmaceutical industries as they allow for tailored medication delivery towards cancer cells. These peptides have a high affinity enabling particular receptors present upon tumor surfaces, allowing for the creation of precision medications that reduce off-target consequences and enhance cancer patient treatment results. Wet-lab techniques are considered essential tools for studying THPs; however, they're labor-extensive and time-consuming, therefore making prediction of THPs a challenging task for the researchers. Computational-techniques, on the other hand, are considered significant tools in identifying THPs according to the sequence data. Despite many strategies have been presented to predict new THP, there is still a need to develop a robust method with higher rates of success. In this paper, we developed a novel framework, THP-DF, for accurately identifying THPs on a large-scale. Firstly, the peptide sequences are encoded through various sequential features. Secondly, each feature is passed to BiLSTM and attention layers to extract simplified deep features. Finally, an ensemble-framework is formed via integrating sequential- and deep features which are fed to a support vector machine which with 10-fold cross-validation to carry to validate the efficiency. The experimental results showed that THP-DF worked better on both [Formula: see text] and [Formula: see text] datasets by achieving accuracy of > 95% which are higher than existing predictors both datasets. This indicates that the proposed predictor could be a beneficial tool to precisely and rapidly identify THPs and will contribute to the cutting-edge cancer treatment strategies and pharmaceuticals.
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- Roha Arif
- School of Systems and Technology, University of Management and Technology, Lahore, 54782, Pakistan
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- School of Systems and Technology, University of Management and Technology, Lahore, 54782, Pakistan
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- School of Systems and Technology, University of Management and Technology, Lahore, 54782, Pakistan
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- School of Systems and Technology, University of Management and Technology, Lahore, 54782, Pakistan.
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Martins RS, Arif A, Yameen S, Noordin S, Masroor T, Muhammad S, Channa M, Soofi SB, Sattar AK. Implementation of a clinical breast exam and referral program in a rural district of Pakistan. BMC Health Serv Res 2024; 24:616. [PMID: 38730486 PMCID: PMC11083956 DOI: 10.1186/s12913-024-11051-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/13/2024] [Accepted: 04/26/2024] [Indexed: 05/13/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND The role of clinical breast examination (CBE) for early detection of breast cancer is extremely important in lower-middle-income countries (LMICs) where access to breast imaging is limited. Our study aimed to describe the outcomes of a community outreach breast education, home CBE and referral program for early recognition of breast abnormalities and improvement of breast cancer awareness in a rural district of Pakistan. METHODS Eight health care workers (HCW) and a gynecologist were educated on basic breast cancer knowledge and trained to create breast cancer awareness and conduct CBE in the community. They were then deployed in the Dadu district of Pakistan where they carried out home visits to perform CBE in the community. Breast cancer awareness was assessed in the community using a standardized questionnaire and standard educational intervention was performed. Clinically detectable breast lesions were identified during home CBE and women were referred to the study gynecologist to confirm the presence of clinical abnormalities. Those confirmed to have clinical abnormalities were referred for imaging. Follow-up home visits were carried out to assess reasons for non-compliance in patients who did not follow-through with the gynecologist appointment or prescribed imaging and re-enforce the need for follow-up. RESULTS Basic breast cancer knowledge of HCWs and study gynecologist improved post-intervention. HCWs conducted home CBE in 8757 women. Of these, 149 were warranted a CBE by a physician (to avoid missing an abnormality), while 20 were found to have a definitive lump by HCWs, all were referred to the study gynecologist (CBE checkpoint). Only 50% (10/20) of those with a suspected lump complied with the referral to the gynecologist, where 90% concordance was found between their CBEs. Follow-up home visits were conducted in 119/169 non-compliant patients. Major reasons for non-compliance were a lack of understanding of the risks and financial constraints. A significant improvement was observed in the community's breast cancer knowledge at the follow-up visits using the standardized post-test. CONCLUSIONS Basic and focused education of HCWs can increase their knowledge and dispel myths. Hand-on structured training can enable HCWs to perform CBE. Community awareness is essential for patient compliance and for early-detection, diagnosis, and treatment.
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- Russell Seth Martins
- Division of Thoracic Surgery, Department of Surgery, Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine, Hackensack Meridian Health Network, Nutley, NJ, 08820, USA
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- Aga Khan University, Karachi, 74800, Pakistan
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- Department of Surgery, John Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD, 21218, USA
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- Aga Khan University, Karachi, 74800, Pakistan.
- Department of Surgery, Link Building The Aga Khan University, Karachi, 74800, Pakistan.
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Aziz AS, Rana MS, Ahmed S, Abdullah M, Tareen HK, Siddiq A, Abbasi AN. Integrating MDT Tumor Board Shadowing into the Undergraduate Medical Curriculum: Perspective of Medical Students. JOURNAL OF CANCER EDUCATION : THE OFFICIAL JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN ASSOCIATION FOR CANCER EDUCATION 2024:10.1007/s13187-024-02446-5. [PMID: 38687461 DOI: 10.1007/s13187-024-02446-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 04/24/2024] [Indexed: 05/02/2024]
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Site-specific multidisciplinary team (MDT) tumor boards are valuable resources for medical students, enabling them to familiarize themselves with the latest evidence-based cancer management strategies and observe effective teamwork in action. In this study, we looked at the awareness and perceptions of medical students about incorporating MDT tumor boards in the medical curriculum. A cross-sectional study was conducted among medical students from year 1 to year 5 at the Aga Khan University after exemption from ethical review committee. A 20-item self-administered questionnaire was used to evaluate the awareness and perceptions of medical students regarding MDT tumor boards. A total of 285 medical students participated in this study, with their mean age (± standard deviation) being 21.91 ± 1.67 years. A majority of 183 (64.2%) had no prior knowledge of the existence of a site-specific MDT tumor board for cancer management. Of the 285 students, 252 (88.4%) demonstrated sufficient awareness of the effectiveness of MDT tumor boards; similarly, 232 (81.4%) responded positively to the idea of mandatory tumor board rotations being incorporated into the undergraduate curriculum. No significant association was found between the student's year of study (χ2 = 6.03, p = 0.20) or gender (χ2 = 35, p = 0.84) and their perceptions of the effectiveness of MDT tumor boards. However, it was found that students who had prior knowledge of their existence had a stronger association with sufficient awareness (χ2 = 4.2, p = 0.04). The results indicate that while the majority of the medical students have no prior attendance or knowledge regarding MDT tumor boards, there is an overwhelming willingness among students to incorporate them into the medical curriculum.
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- Medical College, Aga Khan University, Karachi, Pakistan.
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- Medical College, Aga Khan University, Karachi, Pakistan
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Waheed I, Ali A, Tabassum H, Khatoon N, Lai WF, Zhou X. Lipid-based nanoparticles as drug delivery carriers for cancer therapy. Front Oncol 2024; 14:1296091. [PMID: 38660132 PMCID: PMC11040677 DOI: 10.3389/fonc.2024.1296091] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/18/2023] [Accepted: 02/22/2024] [Indexed: 04/26/2024] Open
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Cancer is a severe disease that results in death in all countries of the world. A nano-based drug delivery approach is the best alternative, directly targeting cancer tumor cells with improved drug cellular uptake. Different types of nanoparticle-based drug carriers are advanced for the treatment of cancer, and to increase the therapeutic effectiveness and safety of cancer therapy, many substances have been looked into as drug carriers. Lipid-based nanoparticles (LBNPs) have significantly attracted interest recently. These natural biomolecules that alternate to other polymers are frequently recycled in medicine due to their amphipathic properties. Lipid nanoparticles typically provide a variety of benefits, including biocompatibility and biodegradability. This review covers different classes of LBNPs, including their characterization and different synthesis technologies. This review discusses the most significant advancements in lipid nanoparticle technology and their use in medicine administration. Moreover, the review also emphasized the applications of lipid nanoparticles that are used in different cancer treatment types.
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- Ibtesam Waheed
- Institute of Comparative Medicine, College of Veterinary Medicine, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, China
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- Department of Applied Biology and Chemical Technology, Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Kowloon, Hong Kong SAR, China
- Department of Biochemical and Biotechnological Sciences, School of Precision Medicine, University of Campania, Naples, Italy
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- Institute of Social and Cultural Studies, Department of Public Health, University of the Punjab, Lahore, Pakistan
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- Department of Biotechnology, Lahore College for Women University, Lahore, Pakistan
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- Department of Applied Biology and Chemical Technology, Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Kowloon, Hong Kong SAR, China
- School of Food Science and Nutrition, University of Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom
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- Institute of Comparative Medicine, College of Veterinary Medicine, Yangzhou University, Yangzhou, China
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Luo M, Rehman A, Haque S, Izhar S, Perveen F, Haris M, Abdel-Maksoud MA, Saleh IA, Zomot N, Malik A, Alamri A, Kodous AS, Aufy M, Zaky MY, Zaeem M, Hameed Y, Li J. Thorough examination of the potential biological implications of the cuproptosis-related gene LIPT2 in the prognosis and immunotherapy in pan-cancer. Am J Transl Res 2024; 16:940-954. [PMID: 38586090 PMCID: PMC10994786 DOI: 10.62347/qnne5428] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/03/2023] [Accepted: 03/13/2024] [Indexed: 04/09/2024]
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OBJECTIVES To elucidate the expression levels and prognostic value of the Lipoyltransferase 2 (LIPT2) gene in a pan-cancer view. METHODOLOGY Our study comprehensively investigated the role of LIPT2 in pan-cancer, combining bioinformatics analyses with experimental validations. RESULTS Analysis of LIPT2 mRNA expression across various cancers revealed a significant up-regulation in 18 tumor types and down-regulation in 8 types, indicating its diverse involvement. Prognostic assessment demonstrated a correlation between elevated LIPT2 expression and poorer outcomes in Overall Survival (OS) and Disease-Free Survival (DFS), particularly in Glioblastoma Multiforme (GBM), Liver Hepatocellular Carcinoma (LIHC), and Pheochromocytoma and Paraganglioma (PCPG). Protein expression analysis in GBM, LIHC, and PCPG affirmed a consistent increase in LIPT2 levels compared to normal tissues. Examining the methylation status in GBM, LIHC, and PCPG, we found reduced promoter methylation levels in tumor samples, suggesting a potential influence on LIPT2 function. Genetic mutation analysis using cBioPortal indicated a low mutation frequency (< 2%) in LIPT2 across GBM, LIHC, and PCPG. Immune correlation analysis unveiled a positive association between LIPT2 expression and infiltration levels of immune cells in GBM, LIHC, and PCPG. Single-cell analysis illustrated LIPT2's positive correlation with functional states, including angiogenesis and inflammation. Enrichment analysis identified LIPT2-associated processes and pathways, providing insights into its potential molecular mechanisms. Drug sensitivity analysis demonstrated that elevated LIPT2 expression conferred resistance to multiple compounds, while lower expression increased sensitivity. Finally, RT-qPCR validation in HCC cell lines confirmed the heightened expression of LIPT2 compared to a control cell line, reinforcing the bioinformatics findings. CONCLUSION Overall, our study highlights LIPT2 as a versatile player in cancer, influencing diverse aspects from molecular processes to clinical outcomes across different cancer types.
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- Mi Luo
- Department of Infectious Disease, The School of Public Health of Nanjing Medical University, The Second Hospital of NanjingNanjing 210037, Jiangsu, China
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- District Blood Bank Sialkot, AIMTHSialkot, Pakistan
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- Department of Pharmacology, Ziauddin UniversityKarachi, Pakistan
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- Department of Medicine, CMH, Kharian Medical CollegeKharian, Pakistan
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- Department of Biochemistry, Liaquat College of Medicine and DentistryKarachi, Pakistan
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- Department of Anatomy, Nowshera Medical CollegeNowshera, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan
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- Department of Botany and Microbiology, College of Science, King Saud UniversityP.O. Box 2455, Riyadh 11451, Saudi Arabia
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- Faculty of Science, Zarqa UniversityZarqa 13110, Jordan
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- Department of Pharmaceutics, College of Pharmacy, King Saud UniversitySaudi Arabia
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- Department of Biochemistry, College of Science King Saud UniversitySaudi Arabia
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- Department of Molecular Oncology, Cancer Institute (WIA)38, Sardar Patel Road, Chennai, P.O. Box 600036, Tamilnadu, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Division of Pharmacology and Toxicology, University of ViennaVienna, Austria
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- UPMC Hillman Cancer Center, Division of Hematology and Oncology, Department of Medicine, University of PittsburghPittsburgh, PA 15213, USA
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- Molecular Pharmacology Laboratory, Wenzhou Medical UniversityChina
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- Department of Biotechnology, Institute of Biochemistry, Biotechnology and Bioinformatics, The Islamia University of BahawalpurBahawalpur 63100, Pakistan
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- Department of Infectious Disease, The School of Public Health of Nanjing Medical University, The Second Hospital of NanjingNanjing 210037, Jiangsu, China
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Abdul Rehman M, Tahir E, Ghulam Hussain H, Khalid A, Taqi SM, Meenai EA. Awareness regarding breast cancer amongst women in Pakistan: A systematic review and meta-analysis. PLoS One 2024; 19:e0298275. [PMID: 38452109 PMCID: PMC10919669 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0298275] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/26/2023] [Accepted: 01/18/2024] [Indexed: 03/09/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Breast cancer (BCa) is the most common cause of cancer death in Pakistan. In 2019, Pakistan saw the highest global BCa-associated death rate. But do Pakistani women know about the various aspects of BCa? And how prevalent are BCa screening methods amongst Pakistani females? These questions formed the basis for our study. METHODS We conducted this review in accordance with Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses guidelines. On September 1, 2023, we searched PubMed, Embase, Scopus, and Google Scholar, and performed a citation search to search for eligible studies published in 2010 or after, using the following terms: "breast cancer" and "Pakistan". Observational studies that evaluated BCa awareness and/or practice amongst Pakistani females who were not associated with medicine were eligible. We used the National Institutes of Health quality assessment tool to assess the risk of bias. We conducted a proportion meta-analysis to calculate pooled prevalences for variables. RESULTS Responses from 9766 Pakistani women across 18 included studies showed alarmingly low levels of BCa knowledge: risk factors, 42.7% (95% CI: 34.1%-51.4%); symptoms, 41.8% (95% CI: 26.2%-57.5%); diagnostic modalities, 36.3% (95% CI: 23.1%-49.4%); treatments, 46.6% (95% CI: 13.5%-79.8%). Prevalence of breast self-examination (BSE) and ever having undergone a clinical breast exam (CBE) was 28.7% (95% CI: 17.9%-39.6%) and 15.3% (95 CI: 11.2%-19.4%), respectively. BCa knowledge was significantly associated with better educational status, age, and socioeconomic status. CONCLUSION On average, only two in five Pakistani women are aware of one or more risk factors, symptoms, or diagnostic modalities. Approximately one in two women know about possible BCa treatment. Less than one in three women practice regular BSE, and less than one in five women have ever undergone a CBE.
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- Muhammad Abdul Rehman
- Department of Internal Medicine, Dow Medical College, Dow University of Health Sciences, Karachi, Pakistan
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Dow Medical College, Dow University of Health Sciences, Karachi, Pakistan
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Dow Medical College, Dow University of Health Sciences, Karachi, Pakistan
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Dow Medical College, Dow University of Health Sciences, Karachi, Pakistan
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Dow Medical College, Dow University of Health Sciences, Karachi, Pakistan
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Dow Medical College, Dow University of Health Sciences, Karachi, Pakistan
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Qamar S, Rozi S, Sawani S, Awan MS, Akhtar S, Siddiqui MI, Abbas SA, Taimoor S, Raza Khan F. Oral health related quality of life in head and neck cancer survivors within the first year following treatment: a cross-sectional study in Karachi, Pakistan. Sci Rep 2024; 14:2560. [PMID: 38297035 PMCID: PMC10830491 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-024-52813-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/08/2023] [Accepted: 01/23/2024] [Indexed: 02/02/2024] Open
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After completing treatment for head and neck cancer (HNC), patients often face oral complications like oral pain, limited mouth opening and dry mouth which significantly reduce their oral health related quality of life (OHRQoL). These issues impact their overall well-being, social activities and long-term survival. The primary objective of this study was to evaluate OHRQoL and its association with sociodemographic characteristics, oral hygiene practices and oral clinical parameters such as oral hygiene status and oral mucositis grade in patients who have completed treatment for head and neck cancer. This cross-sectional study involved 79 HNC-treated patients within first year after completion of cancer treatment attending ENT and dental clinics at outpatient department (OPD) setting in Karachi. Data was collected electronically using structured questionnaire comprising of EORTC QLQ H&N - 35 to measure OHRQoL, patients were also examined for oral hygiene status using oral hygiene index- simplified (OHI-s) and oral mucositis grade using WHO oral mucositis scale. Multiple linear regression was used to test OHRQoL associations with the sociodemographic and different clinical factors. The result showed an overall mean score for oral health related quality of life (OHRQoL) of 25.02 ± 15.86 (95% CI 21.46-28.57), with difficulty in mouth opening 53.16 ± 18.88 and dry mouth 45.14 ± 24.48 being predominant concerns for decline in the OHRQoL in the population. Male predilection was observed among participants n = 60 (75.9%), majority of the participants n = 41 (51.9%) were below 52 years of age. n = 63 (80%) participants received radiotherapy alongside surgery and chemotherapy. Most of participants n = 66 (83.5%) experienced moderate to severe oral mucositis with poor oral hygiene status n = 56 (71%). Significant associations were found between OHRQoL and BMI, OH status, marital status, monthly income, gender and fluoride toothpaste (p < 0.05). These findings suggest that Quality of Life (QoL) among HNC treated patients is negatively impacted by their poor oral health, post cancer treatment. Therefore, it is important to evaluate and modify the current treatment modalities and involve multidisciplinary teams, to improve their OHRQoL thereby enhancing overall QoL.
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- Sana Qamar
- Department of Community Health Sciences, Aga Khan University Hospital, Karachi, Pakistan.
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- Department of Community Health Sciences, Aga Khan University Hospital, Karachi, Pakistan
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- Department of Community Health Sciences, Aga Khan University Hospital, Karachi, Pakistan
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- Department of Surgery, Section of Otolaryngology and Head and neck Surgery, Aga Khan University Hospital, Karachi, Pakistan
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- Department of Surgery, Section of Otolaryngology and Head and neck Surgery, Aga Khan University Hospital, Karachi, Pakistan
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- Department of Surgery, Section of Otolaryngology and Head and neck Surgery, Aga Khan University Hospital, Karachi, Pakistan
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- Department of Surgery, Section of Otolaryngology and Head and neck Surgery, Aga Khan University Hospital, Karachi, Pakistan
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- Department of Surgery, Associate of Science of Dental Hygiene, Aga Khan University Hospital, Karachi, Pakistan
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- Department of Surgery, Section of Dental Surgery, Aga Khan University Hospital, Karachi, Pakistan
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Rahhal B, Qneibi M, Jaradat N, Hawash M, Qadi M, Issa L, Bdir S. Multi-biological activity assessment and phytochemical characterization of an aqueous extract of the Cymbopogon citratus grown in Palestine. BMC Complement Med Ther 2024; 24:27. [PMID: 38195607 PMCID: PMC10775582 DOI: 10.1186/s12906-024-04338-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/06/2023] [Accepted: 01/04/2024] [Indexed: 01/11/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Plants have historically been a rich source of medicinal compounds, with many modern pharmaceuticals derived from botanical origins. In contemporary healthcare, there is a resurgence in utilizing botanical substances as recognized medicinal agents. This study delved into understanding the phytochemical makeup and the multifaceted biological activities of an aqueous extract from Cymbopogon citratus (C. citratus). The investigated activities were its effect on AMPA receptors, antioxidant capacity, anti-lipase, anti-α-amylase actions, cytotoxicity, and antimicrobial properties. METHODS The extract of C. citratus received a comprehensive investigation, which included the study of its phytochemical composition, assessment of its antioxidant and anti-lipase properties, evaluation of its capacity to inhibit α-amylase, analysis of its impact on cell viability, and assessment of its antimicrobial activity. The approaches are used to clarify the complex physiological and biochemical characteristics. RESULTS The results were compelling; receptor kinetics had a marked impact, notably on the GluA2 subunit. Regarding its medicinal potential, the extract demonstrated potent antioxidant and anti-diabetic activities with IC50 values of 15.13 and 101.14 µg/mL, respectively. Additionally, it displayed significant inhibitory effects on the lipase enzyme and showed cytotoxicity against the Hep3B cancer cell line, with IC50 values of 144.35 and 148.37 µg/mL. In contrast, its effects on the normal LX-2 cell line were minimal, indicating selectivity. CONCLUSION The aqueous extract of C. citratus shows promising therapeutic properties. The findings advocate for further research into its compounds for potential isolation, purification, and in-depth pharmacological studies, especially in areas like nervous system disorders, diabetes, obesity, and combating oxidative stress.
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- Belal Rahhal
- Department of Biomedical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, An-Najah National University, Nablus, Palestine.
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- Department of Biomedical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, An-Najah National University, Nablus, Palestine.
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- Department of Pharmacy, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, An-Najah National University, Nablus, Palestine
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- Department of Pharmacy, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, An-Najah National University, Nablus, Palestine
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- Department of Biomedical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, An-Najah National University, Nablus, Palestine
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- Department of Pharmacy, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, An-Najah National University, Nablus, Palestine
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- Department of Biomedical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, An-Najah National University, Nablus, Palestine
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Suhail M, Saulat F, Khurram H, Fatima F, Zenab A, Wasim M, Sadia NUA, Afzaal F, Latif H, Nasrullah M. Knowledge, Attitude and Practice Related to Chemotherapy Among Cancer Patients. INQUIRY : A JOURNAL OF MEDICAL CARE ORGANIZATION, PROVISION AND FINANCING 2024; 61:469580241246460. [PMID: 38616652 PMCID: PMC11017809 DOI: 10.1177/00469580241246460] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/03/2023] [Revised: 02/11/2024] [Accepted: 03/22/2024] [Indexed: 04/16/2024]
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Cancer is a leading cause of death, with a rapidly increasing global burden. Chemotherapy is the most effective cancer treatment, and with its benefits, there exist potential problems. The present study assesses cancer patients' knowledge, attitude, and practice toward chemotherapy use. A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted in the oncology wards of various tertiary care hospitals and cancer care centers in Lahore, Pakistan. Patients were included in the study based on convenient sampling. A structured questionnaire with 25 (close-ended) questions and a demographic profile was used to collect data. Descriptive statistics was used to analyze frequencies and percentages. Independent sample t-test and ANOVA were used to calculate the mean and standard deviation. Most patients were females (54%) and married (52.6%), with an unemployment rate of 39%. Patients with higher education depicted significantly higher scores in knowledge (9.61 ± 2.65), attitude (19.37 ± 2.70), and practice (3.89 ± 1.03) domains. Surprisingly, throughout the whole KAP domain, the patient's attitude (18.42 ± 3.31) toward chemotherapy use, showed higher values, as compared to their knowledge (7.78 ± 3.26) and practice (3.66 ± 1.08) scores. The majority of the study participants had a positive attitude toward chemotherapy use, with limited knowledge, and practice.
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- Muzna Suhail
- Akhtar Saeed Medical and Dental College, Lahore, Pakistan
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- Akhtar Saeed Medical and Dental College, Lahore, Pakistan
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- Akhtar Saeed Medical and Dental College, Lahore, Pakistan
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- Akhtar Saeed Medical and Dental College, Lahore, Pakistan
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- Akhtar Saeed Medical and Dental College, Lahore, Pakistan
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- Akhtar Saeed Medical and Dental College, Lahore, Pakistan
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- Akhtar Saeed Medical and Dental College, Lahore, Pakistan
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- Akhtar Saeed Medical and Dental College, Lahore, Pakistan
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Akram F, Tanveer R, Andleeb S, Shah FI, Ahmad T, Shehzadi S, Akhtar AM, Syed G. Deciphering the Epigenetic Symphony of Cancer: Insights and Epigenetic Therapies Implications. Technol Cancer Res Treat 2024; 23:15330338241250317. [PMID: 38780251 PMCID: PMC11119348 DOI: 10.1177/15330338241250317] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/31/2023] [Revised: 04/01/2024] [Accepted: 04/08/2024] [Indexed: 05/25/2024] Open
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Epigenetic machinery is a cornerstone in normal cell development, orchestrating tissue-specific gene expression in mammalian cells. Aberrations in this intricate landscape drive substantial changes in gene function, emerging as a linchpin in cancer etiology and progression. While cancer was conventionally perceived as solely a genetic disorder, its contemporary definition encompasses genetic alterations intertwined with disruptive epigenetic abnormalities. This review explores the profound impact of DNA methylation, histone modifications, and noncoding RNAs on fundamental cellular processes. When these pivotal epigenetic mechanisms undergo disruption, they intricately guide the acquisition of the 6 hallmark characteristics of cancer within seemingly normal cells. Leveraging the latest advancements in decoding these epigenetic intricacies holds immense promise, heralding a new era in developing targeted and more efficacious treatment modalities against cancers driven by aberrant epigenetic modifications.
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- Fatima Akram
- Institute of Industrial Biotechnology, Government College University, Lahore, Pakistan
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- School of Biological Sciences, University of the Punjab, Lahore, Pakistan
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- School of Biological Sciences, University of the Punjab, Lahore, Pakistan
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- Department of Medical Lab Technology, The University of Lahore, Lahore, Pakistan
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- Department of Medicine, Fatima Memorial Hospital, Lahore, Pakistan
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- Department of Medical Lab Technology, The University of Lahore, Lahore, Pakistan
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- Centre for Excellence in Molecular Biology, University of the Punjab, Lahore, Pakistan
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Ayaz M, Alam A, Zainab, Assad M, Javed A, Islam MS, Rafiq H, Ali M, Ahmad W, Khan A, Latif A, Al-Harrasi A, Ahmad M. Biooriented Synthesis of Ibuprofen-Clubbed Novel Bis-Schiff Base Derivatives as Potential Hits for Malignant Glioma: In Vitro Anticancer Activity and In Silico Approach. ACS OMEGA 2023; 8:49228-49243. [PMID: 38173864 PMCID: PMC10764114 DOI: 10.1021/acsomega.3c07216] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/29/2023] [Revised: 11/18/2023] [Accepted: 12/04/2023] [Indexed: 01/05/2024]
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This research work is based on the synthesis of bis-Schiff base derivatives of the commercially available ibuprofen drug in outstanding yields through multistep reactions. Structures of the synthesized compounds were confirmed by the help of modern spectroscopic techniques including high-resolution electrospray ionization mass spectrometry (HR-ESI-MS), 1H NMR, and 13C NMR. The synthesized compounds were evaluated for their anticancer activity using a normal human embryonic kidney HEK293 cell and U87-malignant glioma (ATCC-HTB-14) as a cancer cell line. All of the synthesized compounds among the series exhibited excellent to less antiproliferative activity having IC50 values ranging from 5.75 ± 0.43 to 150.45 ± 0.20 μM. Among them, compound 5e (IC50 = 5.75 ± 0.43 μM) was found as the most potent antiprolifarative agent, while 5f, 5b, 5a, 5n, 5r, 5s, 5g, 5q, 5i, and 5j exhibited good activity with IC50 values from 24.17 ± 0.46 to 43.71 ± 0.07 μM. These findings suggest that these cells (HEK293) are less cytotoxic to the activities of compounds and increase the cancer cell death in brain, while the lower cytotoxicity of the potent compounds in noncancerous cells suggests that these derivatives will provide promising treatment for patients suffering from brain cancer. The results of the docking study exposed a promising affinity of the active compounds toward casein kinase-2 enzyme, which shows green signal for cancer treatment.
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- Muhammad Ayaz
- Department
of Chemistry, University of Malakand, Dir Lower, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa 18800, Pakistan
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- Department
of Chemistry, University of Malakand, Dir Lower, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa 18800, Pakistan
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- College
of Chemistry and Materials Science, Hebei
Normal University, Shijiazhuang 050024, China
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- Department
of Biochemistry, Abdul Wali Khan University
Mardan, Khyber
Pakhtunkhwa 23200, Pakistan
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- Molecular
Immunology Laboratory, Department of Healthcare Biotechnology Atta-Ur-Rahman
School of Applied Biosciences, National
University of Sciences and Technology, H-12 Campus, Islamabad 44000, Pakistan
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- Department
of Chemistry, College of Science, King Saud
University, P.O. Box 2455, Riyadh 11451, Saudi Arabia
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- Molecular
Immunology Laboratory, Department of Healthcare Biotechnology Atta-Ur-Rahman
School of Applied Biosciences, National
University of Sciences and Technology, H-12 Campus, Islamabad 44000, Pakistan
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- Department
of Chemistry, University of Malakand, Dir Lower, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa 18800, Pakistan
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- Department
of Chemistry, University of Malakand, Dir Lower, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa 18800, Pakistan
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- Natural and
Medical Sciences Research Center, University
of Nizwa, P.O. Box 33, Birkat Al Mauz, PC 616 Nizwa, Sultanate of Oman
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- Department
of Chemistry, University of Malakand, Dir Lower, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa 18800, Pakistan
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- Natural and
Medical Sciences Research Center, University
of Nizwa, P.O. Box 33, Birkat Al Mauz, PC 616 Nizwa, Sultanate of Oman
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- Department
of Chemistry, University of Malakand, Dir Lower, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa 18800, Pakistan
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Wang R, Ye H, Yang B, Ao M, Yu X, Wu Y, Xi M, Hou M. m6A-modified circNFIX promotes ovarian cancer progression and immune escape via activating IL-6R/JAK1/STAT3 signaling by sponging miR-647. Int Immunopharmacol 2023; 124:110879. [PMID: 37713785 DOI: 10.1016/j.intimp.2023.110879] [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: 04/05/2023] [Revised: 08/21/2023] [Accepted: 08/28/2023] [Indexed: 09/17/2023]
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BACKGROUND Ovarian cancer (OC) is one of the most common gynecological malignant cancers. Our previous work confirmed that circNFIX acted as an oncogene in OC, which could promote malignant proliferation, metastasis and angiogenesis. However, the role and mechanism of circNFIX in OC immune escape remain unclear. METHODS The RNA and protein levels were determined by qRT-PCR and western blot assays. The malignant phenotypes were tested by cell count kit-8, EdU staining, flow cytometry and transwell assays. The immune cytokines levels were measured by ELISA analysis. Molecular interactions were verified employing RNA immunoprecipitation, meRIP and dual luciferase methods. In vivo validation was performed by xenograft tumor and lung metastasis model. Hematoxylin & eosin and immunohistochemistry staining were used to observe the pathological changes. RESULTS The levels of circNFIX, PD-L1, and IL-6R were upregulated in OC tissues and cell lines, while miR-647 was downregulated. Functional assays showed that loss of circNFIX suppressed the growth, metastasis and immune escape of OC cells both in vitro and in vivo. On the molecular level, the m6A modification of circNFIX was elevated in OC cells, and its expression was positively correlated to m6A modification and depended on IGF2BP1 ∼ 3 recognition. Moreover, circNFIX acted as a competing endogenous RNA for miR-647 to upregulate IL-6R expression, thereby activating JAK/STAT3 signaling and elevating PD-L1 expression. Rescue assays revealed that co-silencing of miR-647 reversed the antitumor effects of circNFIX knockdown on cell proliferation, metastasis and immune escape of OC cells. CONCLUSION This study provided a comprehensive understanding of the molecular mechanism about circNFIX in OC, demonstrating m6A activated-circNFIX accelerated OC development and immune escape via regulating miR-647/IL-6R/PD-L1 pathway.
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- Ruiyu Wang
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, West China Second University Hospital, Sichuan University & Key Laboratory of Birth Defects and Related Diseases of Women and Children, Sichuan University, Ministry of Education, Chengdu 610041, Sichuan, PR China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, West China Second University Hospital, Sichuan University & Key Laboratory of Birth Defects and Related Diseases of Women and Children, Sichuan University, Ministry of Education, Chengdu 610041, Sichuan, PR China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, West China Second University Hospital, Sichuan University & Key Laboratory of Birth Defects and Related Diseases of Women and Children, Sichuan University, Ministry of Education, Chengdu 610041, Sichuan, PR China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, West China Second University Hospital, Sichuan University & Key Laboratory of Birth Defects and Related Diseases of Women and Children, Sichuan University, Ministry of Education, Chengdu 610041, Sichuan, PR China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, West China Second University Hospital, Sichuan University & Key Laboratory of Birth Defects and Related Diseases of Women and Children, Sichuan University, Ministry of Education, Chengdu 610041, Sichuan, PR China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, West China Second University Hospital, Sichuan University & Key Laboratory of Birth Defects and Related Diseases of Women and Children, Sichuan University, Ministry of Education, Chengdu 610041, Sichuan, PR China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, West China Second University Hospital, Sichuan University & Key Laboratory of Birth Defects and Related Diseases of Women and Children, Sichuan University, Ministry of Education, Chengdu 610041, Sichuan, PR China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, West China Second University Hospital, Sichuan University & Key Laboratory of Birth Defects and Related Diseases of Women and Children, Sichuan University, Ministry of Education, Chengdu 610041, Sichuan, PR China.
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Ejaz A, Waliat S, Arshad MS, Khalid W, Khalid MZ, Rasul Suleria HA, Luca MI, Mironeasa C, Batariuc A, Ungureanu-Iuga M, Coţovanu I, Mironeasa S. A comprehensive review of summer savory ( Satureja hortensis L.): promising ingredient for production of functional foods. Front Pharmacol 2023; 14:1198970. [PMID: 37554989 PMCID: PMC10406440 DOI: 10.3389/fphar.2023.1198970] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/02/2023] [Accepted: 07/03/2023] [Indexed: 08/10/2023] Open
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This review aims to measure the different aspects of summer savory including biological activity, medicinal properties, nutritional value, food application, prospective health benefits, and its use as an additive in broiler feed. Furthermore, toxicity related to this is also overviewed. Summer savory leaves are abundant in total phenolic compounds (rosmarinic acid and flavonoids) that have a powerful antioxidant impact. Rosmarinic (α-O-caffeoyl-3,4-dihydroxy-phenyl lactic) acid has been identified in summer savory as a main component. According to phytochemical investigations, tannins, volatile oils, sterols, acids, gums, pyrocatechol, phenolic compounds, mucilage, and pyrocatechol are the primary compounds of Satureja species. Summer savory extract shows considerable biological potential in antioxidant, cytotoxic, and antibacterial assays. Regarding antioxidant activity, summer savory extract displays an inhibitory effect on lipid peroxidation. Summer savory also has Fe (III) reductive and free radical scavenging properties and contains minerals and vitamins. Summer savory has important biological properties, including antimicrobial activity and antioxidant activity, and protective effects against Jurkat T Cells, Alzheimer's disease, cancer, infection, cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, and cholesterol. The leaves and stems of this plant are employed in the food, feed, and pharmacological industries due to their antioxidant properties and substantial nutritional content. Conclusively, summer savory is widely considered beneficial for human health due to its versatile properties and medicinal use.
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- Afaf Ejaz
- Department of Food Science, Faculty of Life Sciences, Government College University, Faisalabad, Pakistan
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- Department of Food Science, Faculty of Life Sciences, Government College University, Faisalabad, Pakistan
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- Department of Food Science, Faculty of Life Sciences, Government College University, Faisalabad, Pakistan
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- University Institute of Food Science and Technology, The University of Lahore, Lahore, Pakistan
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- Department of Food Science, Faculty of Life Sciences, Government College University, Faisalabad, Pakistan
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- Faculty of Food Engineering, “Ştefan cel Mare” University of Suceava, Suceava, Romania
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- Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Automotive and Robotics, “Ştefan cel Mare” University of Suceava, Suceava, Romania
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- Faculty of Food Engineering, “Ştefan cel Mare” University of Suceava, Suceava, Romania
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- Integrated Center for Research, Development and Innovation in Advanced Materials, Nanotechnologies, and Distributed Systems for Fabrication and Control (MANSiD), “Ştefan cel Mare” University of Suceava, Suceava, Romania
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- Faculty of Food Engineering, “Ştefan cel Mare” University of Suceava, Suceava, Romania
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- Faculty of Food Engineering, “Ştefan cel Mare” University of Suceava, Suceava, Romania
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Herrera-Martínez AD, León Idougourram S, Muñoz Jiménez C, Rodríguez-Alonso R, Alonso Echague R, Chica Palomino S, Sanz Sanz A, Manzano García G, Gálvez Moreno MÁ, Calañas Continente A, Molina Puertas MJ. Standard Hypercaloric, Hyperproteic vs. Leucine-Enriched Oral Supplements in Patients with Cancer-Induced Sarcopenia, a Randomized Clinical Trial. Nutrients 2023; 15:2726. [PMID: 37375630 DOI: 10.3390/nu15122726] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/19/2023] [Revised: 05/31/2023] [Accepted: 06/08/2023] [Indexed: 06/29/2023] Open
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(1) Background: Malnutrition frequently affects patients with cancer, and it negatively impacts treatment tolerance, clinical outcomes and survival. Thus, appropriate nutritional screening and early nutrition support are extremely recommended. Currently, a significant number of oral supplements (OS) are commercially available; despite this, there is a lack of evidence for recommending specific OS, including leucine-enriched OS, for nutritional support in patients with cancer. (2) Aim: To compare the clinical evolution of patients with cancer (undergoing systemic treatment) that received standard hypercaloric, whey protein-based hyperproteic oral supplements vs. hypercaloric, hyperproteic leucine-enriched OS using a novel morphofunctional nutritional evaluation. (3) Patients and methods: This paper details an open-label, controlled clinical study in which patients were randomly assigned to receive nutritional treatment with whey protein-based hyperproteic oral supplements (control group) vs. hypercaloric, hyperproteic leucine-enriched OS (intervention group) during a twelve-week period. Forty-six patients were included; epidemiological, clinical, anthropometric, ultrasound (muscle echography of the rectus femoris muscle of the quadriceps and abdominal adipose tissue) and biochemical evaluation were performed. All patients received additional supplementation with vitamin D. (4) Results: Nutritional parameters (including bioimpedance, anthropometric, ultrasound and biochemical variables) of all included patients remained stable after the nutritional intervention. Extracellular mass tended to increase in the patients that received the leucine-enriched formula. Functionality (evaluated through the stand-up test) improved in both groups (p < 0.001). Prealbumin, transferrin levels and superficial adipose tissue increased in the control group (p < 0.05), while self-reported quality of life improved in all the evaluated patients (p < 0.001). (5) Conclusions: Nutritional support with hypercaloric, hyperproteic (with whey protein) OS and vitamin D supplementation were associated with the maintenance of body composition and improvements in functionality and in quality of life in the patients with cancer undergoing systemic treatment. No significant benefits were observed when a leucine-enriched formula was used.
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- Aura D Herrera-Martínez
- Maimonides Institute for Biomedical Research of Cordoba (IMIBIC), 14004 Cordoba, Spain
- Endocrinology and Nutrition Service, Reina Sofia University Hospital, 14004 Cordoba, Spain
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- Maimonides Institute for Biomedical Research of Cordoba (IMIBIC), 14004 Cordoba, Spain
- Endocrinology and Nutrition Service, Reina Sofia University Hospital, 14004 Cordoba, Spain
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- Maimonides Institute for Biomedical Research of Cordoba (IMIBIC), 14004 Cordoba, Spain
- Endocrinology and Nutrition Service, Reina Sofia University Hospital, 14004 Cordoba, Spain
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- Maimonides Institute for Biomedical Research of Cordoba (IMIBIC), 14004 Cordoba, Spain
- Medical Oncology Service, Reina Sofia University Hospital, 14004 Cordoba, Spain
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- Maimonides Institute for Biomedical Research of Cordoba (IMIBIC), 14004 Cordoba, Spain
- General Surgery Service, Reina Sofia University Hospital, 14004 Cordoba, Spain
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- Maimonides Institute for Biomedical Research of Cordoba (IMIBIC), 14004 Cordoba, Spain
- Endocrinology and Nutrition Service, Reina Sofia University Hospital, 14004 Cordoba, Spain
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- Maimonides Institute for Biomedical Research of Cordoba (IMIBIC), 14004 Cordoba, Spain
- Endocrinology and Nutrition Service, Reina Sofia University Hospital, 14004 Cordoba, Spain
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- Maimonides Institute for Biomedical Research of Cordoba (IMIBIC), 14004 Cordoba, Spain
- Endocrinology and Nutrition Service, Reina Sofia University Hospital, 14004 Cordoba, Spain
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- Maimonides Institute for Biomedical Research of Cordoba (IMIBIC), 14004 Cordoba, Spain
- Endocrinology and Nutrition Service, Reina Sofia University Hospital, 14004 Cordoba, Spain
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- Maimonides Institute for Biomedical Research of Cordoba (IMIBIC), 14004 Cordoba, Spain
- Endocrinology and Nutrition Service, Reina Sofia University Hospital, 14004 Cordoba, Spain
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- Maimonides Institute for Biomedical Research of Cordoba (IMIBIC), 14004 Cordoba, Spain
- Endocrinology and Nutrition Service, Reina Sofia University Hospital, 14004 Cordoba, Spain
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Seerani NL, Laghari H, Khidri FF, Sawai S, Bajwa A, Devi J. Role of Confocal Laser Endomicroscopy in Early Detection of Upper Gastrointestinal Malignancy in High Risk Patients. Asian Pac J Cancer Prev 2023; 24:1949-1954. [PMID: 37378923 PMCID: PMC10505884 DOI: 10.31557/apjcp.2023.24.6.1949] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/12/2023] [Accepted: 06/23/2023] [Indexed: 06/29/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Upper gastrointestinal malignancies are a major global health burden. Early diagnosis of upper gastrointestinal premalignant and malignant lesions is crucial for improving prognosis and reducing morbidity and mortality. The purpose of this study was to investigate the diagnostic accuracy of confocal laser endomicroscopy (CLE) in detecting upper gastrointestinal premalignant and early malignant lesions in high-risk patients, as well as diagnosing patients with inconclusive white light endoscopy (WLE) and histopathology results. METHODS It was a cross-sectional study that included ninety (n = 90) high-risk patients with inconclusive diagnoses of upper gastrointestinal lesions on WLE and WLE-based biopsy histopathology. These patients underwent CLE, and the definitive diagnosis was confirmed using CLE and CLE-target biopsy histopathology. Diagnostic accuracy was determined by comparing the sensitivity, specificity, predictive values, and accuracy between the procedures. RESULT The mean patient age was 47.43 ± 11.18 years. CLE and target biopsy confirmed that 30 (33.3%) patients had normal histology, while 60 (66.7%) patients were diagnosed with gastritis, gastric intestinal metaplasia, high-grade dysplasia, adenocarcinoma, Barrett's esophagus, and squamous cell carcinoma of the esophagus. The results of CLE were superior to those of WLE in terms of diagnostic parameters. Additionally, CLE demonstrated nearly similar results in sensitivity (98.33%), specificity (100%), positive predictive value (100%), negative predictive value (96.77%), and accuracy (98.89%) when compared to CLE-target biopsy. CONCLUSION CLE showed higher diagnostic accuracy in differentiating normal, premalignant and malignant lesions. It effectively diagnosed patients who initially had inconclusive WLE and/or biopsy results. Furthermore, early detection of upper gastrointestinal premalignant or malignant lesions may improve prognosis and reduce morbidity and mortality.
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- Nand Lal Seerani
- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Liaquat University of Medical and Health Sciences, Jamshoro, Pakistan.
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Liaquat University of Medical and Health Sciences, Jamshoro, Pakistan.
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- Department of Biochemistry, Bilawal Medical College, Liaquat University of Medical and Health Sciences, Jamshoro, Pakistan.
- Department of Molecular Biology and Genetics, Medical Research Centre, Liaquat University of Medical and Health Sciences, Jamshoro, Pakistan.
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Indus Medical College and Hospital, Tando Mohammad Khan, Pakistan.
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Liaquat University of Medical and Health Sciences, Jamshoro, Pakistan.
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Liaquat University of Medical and Health Sciences, Jamshoro, Pakistan.
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Bentyaghoob S, Dehghani F, Alimohammadi A, Shateri Z, Kahrizsangi MA, Nejad ET, Nouri M, Rashidkhani B. Oxidative balance score and dietary phytochemical index can reduce the risk of colorectal cancer in Iranian population. BMC Gastroenterol 2023; 23:183. [PMID: 37231404 DOI: 10.1186/s12876-023-02826-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/06/2023] [Accepted: 05/19/2023] [Indexed: 05/27/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND No previous study has assessed the association between oxidative balance score (OBS) and dietary phytochemical index (DPI) with colorectal cancer (CRC) simultaneously. Therefore, this study investigated the association between OBS and DPI with the odds of CRC among the Iranian population. METHODS This hospital-based age and sex-matched case-control study was conducted between September 2008 and January 2010 (142 controls and 71 cases were entered for analysis). New diagnosed CRC cases were selected from the Cancer Institute, Imam Khomeini Hospital of Tehran. Dietary intakes were determined by a semi-quantitative food frequency questionnaire (FFQ). Then, dietary indices were calculated by food items and nutrient intake. Logistic regression was utilized for assessing the tertiles of OBS and DPI. RESULTS In multivariate analysis, OBS was associated with a 77% reduction in CRC odds in the last tertile than the first tertile (odds ratio (OR) = 0.23, confidence interval (CI): 0.07-0.72, Ptrend = 0.017). Also, we found a 64% reduction in CRC odds in the last tertile of DPI compared to the first tertile (OR = 0.36, CI: 0.15-0.86, Ptrend = 0.015). CONCLUSIONS A diet rich in phytochemicals and anti-oxidants, including fruits and vegetables (citrus fruits, colored berries, and dark-green leafy vegetables) and whole grains, may reduce the CRC odds.
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- Shahrooz Bentyaghoob
- Department of Clinical Nutrition, School of Nutrition and Food Sciences, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran
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- Department of Nutritional Sciences, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX, USA
- Department of Nutrition, School of Public Health, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Food Hygiene and Quality Control, School of Nutrition and Food Sciences, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran
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- Department of Nutrition and Biochemistry, School of Medicine, Ilam University of Medical Sciences, Ilam, Iran
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- Department of Community Nutrition, School of Nutrition and Food Sciences, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran
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- Department of Clinical Nutrition, School of Nutrition and Food Sciences, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan, Iran
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- Department of Community Nutrition, School of Nutrition and Food Sciences, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran.
- Student Research Committee, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran.
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- Department of Community Nutrition, Faculty of Nutrition and Food Technology, National Nutrition and Food Technology Research Institute, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
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Ali A, Javaid MT, Tazeddinova D, Khan A, Mehany T, Djabarovich TA, Siddique R, Khalid W, Tariq T, Lai WF. Optimization of spray dried yogurt and its application to prepare functional cookies. Front Nutr 2023; 10:1186469. [PMID: 37229469 PMCID: PMC10204867 DOI: 10.3389/fnut.2023.1186469] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/14/2023] [Accepted: 03/31/2023] [Indexed: 05/27/2023] Open
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Introduction Spray-dried yogurt powder (SDYP) has shelf stability and other functional properties that improve solubility and facilitate the use, processing, packaging, and transportation of other food derivatives, such as bread and pastries on a large scale. The present research was conducted to develop SDYP and further its utilization to prepare functional cookies. Methods Yogurt was spray-dried by employing different outlet air temperatures (OAT) (65°C, 70°C & 75°C) and inlet air temperature (IAT) (150°C, 155°C & 160°C). Spray drying shows that increasing the temperature increases nutritional loss, whereas S. thermophilus culture shows resistance to the intensive heat approaches. On the other hand L. delbrueckii subsp. Bulgaricus culture was found to be significantly affected. A total of 4 treatments, including one control for the functional cookies development. Results and discussion A directly proportional relation was investigated between the increasing concentration of SDYP and baking characteristics and cookie's mineral and protein profile. Bioactive parameters like antioxidant activity of 2,2-diphenyl-1-picryl-hydrazyl-hydrate (DPPH), 2,2'-azino-bis (3-ethylbenzothiazoline-6-sulfonic acid (ABTS) and total phenolic content (TPC) were also affected significantly. The sensory profile shows an incline towards T0 (0% SDYP) to T3 (10% SDYP) in all attributes but starts to decline when the concentration of SDYP reaches 15%. This study suggests that by employing a certain combination of temperatures (OAT: 60°C IAT: 150°C); maximum survival of inoculated culture can be achieved, and this powder can be utilized in the development of functional cookies with enhanced sensory as well as biochemical characteristics significantly (P< 0.05).
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- Anwar Ali
- Department of Epidemiology and Health Statistics, Xiangya School of Public Health, Central South University, Changsha, China
- Department of Applied Biology and Chemical Technology, Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Kowloon, Hong Kong SAR, China
- Food and Nutrition Society, Gilgit Baltistan, Pakistan
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- Department of Food Science, Government College University, Faisalabad, Pakistan
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- Food Technology Department, Arid Lands Cultivation Research Institute, City of Scientific Research and Technological Applications, Alexandria, Egypt
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- Department of Chemistry, Government College University Faisalabad, Faisalabad, Pakistan
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- University Institute of Food Science and Technology, The University of Lahore, Lahore, Pakistan
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- National Institute of Food Science and Technology, University of Agriculture, Faisalabad, Pakistan
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- Department of Applied Biology and Chemical Technology, Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Kowloon, Hong Kong SAR, China
- Department of Urology, Zhejiang Provincial People's Hospital, Hangzhou Medical College, Hangzhou, China
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Ziółkiewicz A, Kasprzak-Drozd K, Rusinek R, Markut-Miotła E, Oniszczuk A. The Influence of Polyphenols on Atherosclerosis Development. Int J Mol Sci 2023; 24:ijms24087146. [PMID: 37108307 PMCID: PMC10139042 DOI: 10.3390/ijms24087146] [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: 03/20/2023] [Revised: 04/06/2023] [Accepted: 04/10/2023] [Indexed: 04/29/2023] Open
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Polyphenols have attracted tremendous attention due to their pro-health properties, including their antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial and neuroprotective activities. Atherosclerosis is a vascular disorder underlying several CVDs. One of the main risk factors causing atherosclerosis is the type and quality of food consumed. Therefore, polyphenols represent promising agents in the prevention and treatment of atherosclerosis, as demonstrated by in vitro, animal, preclinical and clinical studies. However, most polyphenols cannot be absorbed directly by the small intestine. Gut microbiota play a crucial role in converting dietary polyphenols into absorbable bioactive substances. An increasing understanding of the field has confirmed that specific GM taxa strains mediate the gut microbiota-atherosclerosis axis. The present study explores the anti-atherosclerotic properties and associated underlying mechanisms of polyphenols. Moreover, it provides a basis for better understanding the relationship between dietary polyphenols, gut microbiota, and cardiovascular benefits.
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- Agnieszka Ziółkiewicz
- Department of Inorganic Chemistry, Medical University of Lublin, Dr Wiotolda Chodźki 4a, 20-093 Lublin, Poland
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- Department of Inorganic Chemistry, Medical University of Lublin, Dr Wiotolda Chodźki 4a, 20-093 Lublin, Poland
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- Institute of Agrophysics, Polish Academy of Sciences, Doświadczalna 4, 20-290 Lublin, Poland
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- Department of Lung Diseases and Children Rheumatology, Medical University of Lublin, Prof. Antoniego Gębali 6, 20-093 Lublin, Poland
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- Department of Inorganic Chemistry, Medical University of Lublin, Dr Wiotolda Chodźki 4a, 20-093 Lublin, Poland
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Chen Z, Li Z, Yang S, Wei Y, An J. The prospect of Xihuang pill in the treatment of cancers. Heliyon 2023; 9:e15490. [PMID: 37128341 PMCID: PMC10148104 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2023.e15490] [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: 11/18/2022] [Revised: 04/01/2023] [Accepted: 04/12/2023] [Indexed: 05/03/2023] Open
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Background Xihuang pill, a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) prescription and a representative of Huoxuehuayu therapy (one of the TCM therapies to promote blood circulation and remove blood stasis), has been widely used in breast cancer treatments. Although some evidence suggests the efficacy and safety of the Xihuang pill in treating certain cancer, the overall efficacy of the Xihuang pill in other cancer treatment is uncertain. Objective This study aimed to summarize the current clinical literature and provided evidence support for addressing the research question of whether the Xihuang pill is safe and effective in the treatment of various cancers as Huoxuehuayu therapy, and possibly identify the clinical dosage range and therapeutic effect of Xihuang pills. Method Seven Chinese and English databases such as PubMed, CNKI, and Google Scholar were searched to collect the publications on Xihuang pill and cancer. Then the researchers extracted data from the articles that met the inclusion criteria and used SAS statistical program version 9.4 (by SAS Institute, Cary, North Carolina, USA) for statistical statistics. Results Our search identified 78 studies, including 69 RCTs (randomized control trials), 6 NRCCs (non-randomized concurrent control trials), and 3 BAS (before-after study), evaluating 3151 patients in total. The daily doses of Xihuang pills/capsule were between 2 g and 60 g, and duration between 2 weeks and 5 years, mostly used in the middle or late stage of cancer. The therapeutic effect of the Xihuang pill was mainly reflected in improving Complete Response (CR, a term from The Response Evaluation Criteria In Solid Tumors) or Partial Response (PR, a term from The Response Evaluation Criteria In Solid Tumors), reducing adverse reactions, promoting quality of life (QoL), regulating immunity, alleviating pain, prolonging survival, reducing metastasis and recurrence, reducing inflammation, regulating estrogen levels, decreasing hypercoagulative status, and reducing tumor markers. Conclusion Xihuang pill representing Huoxuehuayu therapy has a good prospect in the treatment of cancer.
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- Zehui Chen
- Institute of Information on Traditional Chinese Medicine, China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Beijing, 100700, China
- Corresponding author.
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- The Third Affiliated Hospital of Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing, 100029, China
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- Institute of Information on Traditional Chinese Medicine, China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Beijing, 100700, China
- Corresponding author.
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- The Third Affiliated Hospital of Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing, 100029, China
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- The Third Affiliated Hospital of Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing, 100029, China
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Saleem M, Tahir A, Ahmed M, Khan A, Burak LC, Hussain S, Song L. Development of functional yogurt by using freeze-drying on soybean and mung bean peel powders. FRONTIERS IN SUSTAINABLE FOOD SYSTEMS 2023. [DOI: 10.3389/fsufs.2023.1083389] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/05/2023] Open
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IntroductionPlant-based yogurt has earned much interest in current times due to the rising demand for milk substitutes, which is tied to ethical and health needs.MethodsFreeze-drying impact on soybean peel powder (SPP) and mung bean peel powder (MPP) and their use in creating functional yogurt at various concentrations was checked. In functional yogurt, total flavonoid content (TFC), total phenolic content (TPC), antioxidant activity and chemical profile are checked.ResultsThe maximum concentration of TPC was 4.65±0.05 (mg GAE/g), TFC was 1.74±0.05 (CE mg/g) and 82.99 ± 0.02 % antioxidant activity was calculated in sample T6, having the highest concentration of SPP, which was substantially more significant than the treatment samples containing MPP. Sensory attributes of the yogurt samples were analyzed, which indicated a decrease when SPP and MPP values increased when introduced at 3 or 6 % of an optimum level. There was no notable loss of the sensory profile compared to the control group. The results were found to be significant at p < 0.05. The freeze-dried SPP had the complete chemical composition compared to MPP except for ash and fiber content.DiscussionThe physicochemical profile of the treatments of functional yogurt had a linear proportional connection in the percentage of both powders in the meantime. When both the dry level of powders increased, the protein and fat levels decreased. In the food industry, the freeze-dried soybean peel and the peel of mung bean can be utilized in functional yogurt as a source of bioactive components.
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Mahmood S, Khawaja SN, Yusuf MA. Cancer care in times of conflict: Treatment of patients from Afghanistan, in Pakistan. Front Oncol 2023; 13:1110709. [PMID: 36937432 PMCID: PMC10020685 DOI: 10.3389/fonc.2023.1110709] [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: 11/29/2022] [Accepted: 02/20/2023] [Indexed: 03/06/2023] Open
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Introduction Afghanistan has been in a near-continuous armed conflict, which has degraded the country's health infrastructure. Due to this, Afghans have opted to seek cancer treatment in Pakistan. This manuscript aims to understand the complex cancer journey of patients from Afghanistan seeking care in the largest tertiary care cancer institutions in Pakistan. Methods This retrospective study explores the demographics, epidemiology and outcomes of Afghan cancer patients treated at the Shaukat Khanum Memorial Cancer Hospital and Research Centres (SKMCH&RC) in Lahore and Peshawar, Pakistan, over the period from 1995 to June 2022. Results A total of 6,370 patients from Afghanistan have undergone cancer care since 1995. The mean age at presentation was 40.7 years, 57% were male, and 87% were adults >19 years. Close to 30% of these patients came from Kabul and Nangarhar districts. 56% of all patients presented with stage III or IV disease. 34% of adult patients achieved a complete response to treatment, but more than half of all patients have since been lost to follow-up. Children generally had better outcomes, with 43% showing a complete response to treatment. Discussion The cancer journey for these patients remains long and difficult and the inability to ensure follow-up in so many remains frustrating for both patients and providers. The lack of a cancer infrastructure in Afghanistan after decades of conflict, means that policymakers need to develop and support alternative systems and structures to provide post-conflict domestic and cross-border cancer care.
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- Shahid Mahmood
- Department of Cancer Registry and Clinical Data Management, Shaukat Khanum Memorial Cancer Hospital and Research Centres, Lahore, Pakistan
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Shaukat Khanum Memorial Cancer Hospital and Research Centres, Lahore, Pakistan
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Shaukat Khanum Memorial Cancer Hospital and Research Centres, Lahore, Pakistan
- *Correspondence: Muhammed Aasim Yusuf,
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Ali A, Yu L, Kousar S, Khalid W, Maqbool Z, Aziz A, Arshad MS, Aadil RM, Trif M, Riaz S, Shaukat H, Manzoor MF, Qin H. Crocin: Functional characteristics, extraction, food applications and efficacy against brain related disorders. Front Nutr 2022; 9:1009807. [PMID: 36583211 PMCID: PMC9792498 DOI: 10.3389/fnut.2022.1009807] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/02/2022] [Accepted: 11/21/2022] [Indexed: 12/15/2022] Open
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Crocin is a bioactive compound that naturally occurs in some medicinal plants, especially saffron and gardenia fruit. Different conventional and novel methods are used for its extraction. Due to some control conditions, recent methods such as ultrasonic extraction, supercritical fluid extraction, enzyme-associated extraction, microwave extraction, and pulsed electric field extraction are widely used because these methods give more yield and efficiency. Crocin is incorporated into different food products to make functional foods. However, it can also aid in the stability of food products. Due to its ability to protect against brain diseases, the demand for crocin has been rising in the pharmaceutical industry. It also contain antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anticancer and antidepressant qualities. This review aims to describe crocin and its role in developing functional food, extraction, and bioavailability in various brain-related diseases. The results of the literature strongly support the importance of crocin against various diseases and its use in making different functional foods.
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- Anwar Ali
- Xiangya School of Public Health, Central South University, Changsha, China
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- Department of Research and Development Office, Hunan First Normal University, Changsha, China,*Correspondence: Liang Yu
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- Department of Food Science, Government College University Faisalabad, Faisalabad, Pakistan
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- Department of Food Science, Government College University Faisalabad, Faisalabad, Pakistan
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- Department of Food Science, Government College University Faisalabad, Faisalabad, Pakistan
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- Department of Food Science, Government College University Faisalabad, Faisalabad, Pakistan
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- Department of Food Science, Government College University Faisalabad, Faisalabad, Pakistan
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- National Institute of Food Science and Technology, University of Agriculture, Faisalabad, Pakistan
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- Food Research Department, Centre for Innovative Process Engineering, Syke, Germany
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- Department of Home Economics, Government College University, Faisalabad, Pakistan,Food and Nutrition Society, Gilgit Baltistan, Pakistan
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- Xiangya School of Public Health, Central South University, Changsha, China
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- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Intelligent Food Manufacturing, Foshan University, Foshan, China,School of Food Science and Engineering, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou, China,Muhammad Faisal Manzoor
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- Xiangya School of Public Health, Central South University, Changsha, China,Hong Qin
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He T, Qiao Y, Yang Q, Chen J, Chen Y, Chen X, Hao Z, Lin M, Shao Z, Wu P, Xu F. NMI: a potential biomarker for tumor prognosis and immunotherapy. Front Pharmacol 2022; 13:1047463. [PMID: 36506566 PMCID: PMC9727384 DOI: 10.3389/fphar.2022.1047463] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/18/2022] [Accepted: 11/03/2022] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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N-Myc and STAT Interactor protein (NMI) is an interferon inducible protein participating in various cellular activities, and is widely involved in the process of tumorigenesis and progression. Studies have shown that the loss of NMI expression in breast cancer can promote its progression by inducing epithelial-mesenchymal transition (EMT). However, the expression level of NMI in other tumors and its impact on immune cell infiltration, patient prognosis, and drug treatment are still unclear. Here, we analyzed the role of NMI in pan-cancer through multiple omics data. We found that NMI was abnormally expressed in a variety of tumor tissues. The expression of NMI was closely related to the unique molecular and immunotyping, diagnosis and prognosis of various tumor tissues. In addition, we identified the main proteins that interact with NMI, and focused on the relationship between the clinical parameters of lower grade glioma (LGG) and NMI expression. Subsequently, we found that the expression of NMI was correlated with the infiltration of multiple immune cells and the expression of immune checkpoints. Finally, we also found that the expression of NMI was correlated with the sensitivity to multiple antitumor drugs. In conclusion, our comprehensive pan-cancer analysis of NMI revealed that it is a potential molecular marker for tumor diagnosis and treatment, plays an important role in tumor immunity, and is a promising molecular target for cancer treatment.
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- Teng He
- Department of Infectious Diseases, The Second Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China
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- Division of Hepatobiliary and Pancreatic Surgery, Department of Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China
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- Department of Emergency, The Second Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China
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- Department of Infectious Diseases, The Second Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China,Key Laboratory of Tumor Microenvironment and Immune Therapy of Zhejiang Province, The Second Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China,Key Laboratory of Tumor Microenvironment and Immune Therapy of Zhejiang Province, The Second Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China,Key Laboratory of Tumor Microenvironment and Immune Therapy of Zhejiang Province, The Second Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China,Key Laboratory of Tumor Microenvironment and Immune Therapy of Zhejiang Province, The Second Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China,Key Laboratory of Tumor Microenvironment and Immune Therapy of Zhejiang Province, The Second Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China,Key Laboratory of Tumor Microenvironment and Immune Therapy of Zhejiang Province, The Second Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China,*Correspondence: Feng Xu, ; Pin Wu,
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- Department of Infectious Diseases, The Second Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China,*Correspondence: Feng Xu, ; Pin Wu,
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Manzoor MF, Arif Z, Kabir A, Mehmood I, Munir D, Razzaq A, Ali A, Goksen G, Coşier V, Ahmad N, Ali M, Rusu A. Oxidative stress and metabolic diseases: Relevance and therapeutic strategies. Front Nutr 2022; 9:994309. [PMID: 36324618 PMCID: PMC9621294 DOI: 10.3389/fnut.2022.994309] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/14/2022] [Accepted: 08/25/2022] [Indexed: 12/04/2022] Open
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Metabolic syndrome (MS) is a prominent cause of death worldwide, posing a threat to the global economy and public health. A mechanism that causes the oxidation of low-density lipoproteins (LDL) is associated with metabolic abnormalities. Various processes are involved in oxidative stress (OS) of lipoprotein. Although the concept of the syndrome has been fiercely debated, this confluence of risk factors is associated with a higher chance of acquiring type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) and atherosclerosis. Insulin resistance has been found to play a significant role in the progression of these metabolism-associated conditions. It causes lipid profile abnormalities, including greater sensitivity to lipid peroxidation, contributing to the increased prevalence of T2DM and atherosclerosis. This review aims to cover the most recent scientific developments in dietary OS, the consequence of metabolic disorders, and their most significant clinical manifestations (T2DM and atherosclerosis). It will also emphasize the effects of dietary approaches in alleviating OS in MS.
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- Muhammad Faisal Manzoor
- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Intelligent Food Manufacturing, Foshan University, Foshan, China
- School of Food Science and Engineering, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou, China
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- Department of Nutritional Sciences, Faculty of Medical Sciences, Government College University, Faisalabad, Pakistan
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- Department of Nutritional Sciences, Faculty of Medical Sciences, Government College University, Faisalabad, Pakistan
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- Department of Nutritional Sciences, Faculty of Medical Sciences, Government College University, Faisalabad, Pakistan
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- Department of Nutritional Sciences, Faculty of Medical Sciences, Government College University, Faisalabad, Pakistan
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- Department of Nutritional Sciences, Faculty of Medical Sciences, Government College University, Faisalabad, Pakistan
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- Department of Epidemiology and Health Statistics, Xiangya School of Public Health, Central South University, Changsha, China
- Hunan Provincial Key Laboratory of Clinical Epidemiology, Xiangya School of Public Health, Central South University, Changsha, China
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- Department of Food Technology, Vocational School of Technical Sciences at Mersin Tarsus Organized Industrial Zone, Tarsus University, Mersin, Turkey
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- Genetics and Genetic Engineering Department, Animal Science and Biotechnology Faculty, University of Agricultural Sciences and Veterinary Medicine Cluj-Napoca, Cluj-Napoca, Romania
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- Department of Nutritional Sciences, Faculty of Medical Sciences, Government College University, Faisalabad, Pakistan
- *Correspondence: Nazir Ahmad
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- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Intelligent Food Manufacturing, Foshan University, Foshan, China
- School of Food Science and Engineering, South China University of Technology, Guangzhou, China
- Murtaza Ali
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- Genetics and Genetic Engineering Department, Animal Science and Biotechnology Faculty, University of Agricultural Sciences and Veterinary Medicine Cluj-Napoca, Cluj-Napoca, Romania
- Life Science Institute, University of Agricultural Sciences and Veterinary Medicine Cluj-Napoca, Cluj-Napoca, Romania
- Alexandru Rusu
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The Disposition of Bioactive Compounds from Fruit Waste, Their Extraction, and Analysis Using Novel Technologies: A Review. Processes (Basel) 2022. [DOI: 10.3390/pr10102014] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/21/2022] Open
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Fruit waste contains several bioactive components such as polyphenols, polysaccharides, and numerous other phytochemicals, including pigments. Furthermore, new financial opportunities are created by using fruit ‘leftovers’ as a basis for bioactivities that may serve as new foods or food ingredients, strengthening the circular economy’s properties. From a technical standpoint, organic phenolic substances have become more appealing to industry, in addition to their application as nutritional supplements or functional meals. Several extraction methods for recovering phenolic compounds from fruit waste have already been published, most of which involve using different organic solvents. However, there is a growing demand for eco-friendly and sustainable techniques that result in phenolic-rich extracts with little ecological impact. Utilizing these new and advanced green extraction techniques will reduce the global crisis caused by fruit waste management. Using modern techniques, fruit residue is degraded to sub-zero scales, yielding bio-based commodities such as bioactive elements. This review highlights the most favorable and creative methods of separating bioactive materials from fruit residue. Extraction techniques based on environmentally friendly technologies such as bioreactors, enzyme-assisted extraction, ultrasound-assisted extraction, and their combination are specifically covered.
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