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Mo YY, Han YX, Xu SN, Jiang HL, Wu HX, Cai JM, Li L, Bu YH, Xiao F, Liang HD, Wen Y, Liu YZ, Yin YL, Zhou HD. Adipose Tissue Plasticity: A Comprehensive Definition and Multidimensional Insight. Biomolecules 2024; 14:1223. [PMID: 39456156 PMCID: PMC11505740 DOI: 10.3390/biom14101223] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/18/2024] [Revised: 09/24/2024] [Accepted: 09/25/2024] [Indexed: 10/28/2024] Open
Abstract
Adipose tissue is composed of adipocytes, stromal vascular fraction, nerves, surrounding immune cells, and the extracellular matrix. Under various physiological or pathological conditions, adipose tissue shifts cellular composition, lipid storage, and organelle dynamics to respond to the stress; this remodeling is called "adipose tissue plasticity". Adipose tissue plasticity includes changes in the size, species, number, lipid storage capacity, and differentiation function of adipocytes, as well as alterations in the distribution and cellular composition of adipose tissue. This plasticity has a major role in growth, obesity, organismal protection, and internal environmental homeostasis. Moreover, certain thresholds exist for this plasticity with significant individualized differences. Here, we comprehensively elaborate on the specific connotation of adipose tissue plasticity and the relationship between this plasticity and the development of many diseases. Meanwhile, we summarize possible strategies for treating obesity in response to adipose tissue plasticity, intending to provide new insights into the dynamic changes in adipose tissue and contribute new ideas to relevant clinical problems.
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- Yu-Yao Mo
- National Clinical Research Center for Metabolic Diseases, Hunan Provincial Key Laboratory for Metabolic Bone Diseases, Department of Metabolism and Endocrinology, The Second Xiangya Hospital of Central South University, Changsha 410011, China; (Y.-Y.M.); (Y.-X.H.); (S.-N.X.); (H.-L.J.); (H.-X.W.); (J.-M.C.); (L.L.); (F.X.); (H.-D.L.); (Y.W.)
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- National Clinical Research Center for Metabolic Diseases, Hunan Provincial Key Laboratory for Metabolic Bone Diseases, Department of Metabolism and Endocrinology, The Second Xiangya Hospital of Central South University, Changsha 410011, China; (Y.-Y.M.); (Y.-X.H.); (S.-N.X.); (H.-L.J.); (H.-X.W.); (J.-M.C.); (L.L.); (F.X.); (H.-D.L.); (Y.W.)
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- National Clinical Research Center for Metabolic Diseases, Hunan Provincial Key Laboratory for Metabolic Bone Diseases, Department of Metabolism and Endocrinology, The Second Xiangya Hospital of Central South University, Changsha 410011, China; (Y.-Y.M.); (Y.-X.H.); (S.-N.X.); (H.-L.J.); (H.-X.W.); (J.-M.C.); (L.L.); (F.X.); (H.-D.L.); (Y.W.)
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- National Clinical Research Center for Metabolic Diseases, Hunan Provincial Key Laboratory for Metabolic Bone Diseases, Department of Metabolism and Endocrinology, The Second Xiangya Hospital of Central South University, Changsha 410011, China; (Y.-Y.M.); (Y.-X.H.); (S.-N.X.); (H.-L.J.); (H.-X.W.); (J.-M.C.); (L.L.); (F.X.); (H.-D.L.); (Y.W.)
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- National Clinical Research Center for Metabolic Diseases, Hunan Provincial Key Laboratory for Metabolic Bone Diseases, Department of Metabolism and Endocrinology, The Second Xiangya Hospital of Central South University, Changsha 410011, China; (Y.-Y.M.); (Y.-X.H.); (S.-N.X.); (H.-L.J.); (H.-X.W.); (J.-M.C.); (L.L.); (F.X.); (H.-D.L.); (Y.W.)
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- National Clinical Research Center for Metabolic Diseases, Hunan Provincial Key Laboratory for Metabolic Bone Diseases, Department of Metabolism and Endocrinology, The Second Xiangya Hospital of Central South University, Changsha 410011, China; (Y.-Y.M.); (Y.-X.H.); (S.-N.X.); (H.-L.J.); (H.-X.W.); (J.-M.C.); (L.L.); (F.X.); (H.-D.L.); (Y.W.)
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- National Clinical Research Center for Metabolic Diseases, Hunan Provincial Key Laboratory for Metabolic Bone Diseases, Department of Metabolism and Endocrinology, The Second Xiangya Hospital of Central South University, Changsha 410011, China; (Y.-Y.M.); (Y.-X.H.); (S.-N.X.); (H.-L.J.); (H.-X.W.); (J.-M.C.); (L.L.); (F.X.); (H.-D.L.); (Y.W.)
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- Department of Blood Transfusion, The Second Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha 410012, China;
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- National Clinical Research Center for Metabolic Diseases, Hunan Provincial Key Laboratory for Metabolic Bone Diseases, Department of Metabolism and Endocrinology, The Second Xiangya Hospital of Central South University, Changsha 410011, China; (Y.-Y.M.); (Y.-X.H.); (S.-N.X.); (H.-L.J.); (H.-X.W.); (J.-M.C.); (L.L.); (F.X.); (H.-D.L.); (Y.W.)
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- National Clinical Research Center for Metabolic Diseases, Hunan Provincial Key Laboratory for Metabolic Bone Diseases, Department of Metabolism and Endocrinology, The Second Xiangya Hospital of Central South University, Changsha 410011, China; (Y.-Y.M.); (Y.-X.H.); (S.-N.X.); (H.-L.J.); (H.-X.W.); (J.-M.C.); (L.L.); (F.X.); (H.-D.L.); (Y.W.)
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- National Clinical Research Center for Metabolic Diseases, Hunan Provincial Key Laboratory for Metabolic Bone Diseases, Department of Metabolism and Endocrinology, The Second Xiangya Hospital of Central South University, Changsha 410011, China; (Y.-Y.M.); (Y.-X.H.); (S.-N.X.); (H.-L.J.); (H.-X.W.); (J.-M.C.); (L.L.); (F.X.); (H.-D.L.); (Y.W.)
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- Pediatric Cardiac Surgery Centre, Fuwai Hospital, National Centre for Cardiovascular Diseases, State Key Laboratory of Cardiovascular Disease, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Peking Union Medical College, Beijing 100730, China;
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- Institute of Subtropical Agriculture, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Changsha 410125, China
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- National Clinical Research Center for Metabolic Diseases, Hunan Provincial Key Laboratory for Metabolic Bone Diseases, Department of Metabolism and Endocrinology, The Second Xiangya Hospital of Central South University, Changsha 410011, China; (Y.-Y.M.); (Y.-X.H.); (S.-N.X.); (H.-L.J.); (H.-X.W.); (J.-M.C.); (L.L.); (F.X.); (H.-D.L.); (Y.W.)
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Foti R, Storti G, Palmesano M, Scioli MG, Fiorelli E, Terriaca S, Cervelli G, Kim BS, Orlandi A, Cervelli V. Senescence in Adipose-Derived Stem Cells: Biological Mechanisms and Therapeutic Challenges. Int J Mol Sci 2024; 25:8390. [PMID: 39125960 PMCID: PMC11312747 DOI: 10.3390/ijms25158390] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/29/2024] [Revised: 07/24/2024] [Accepted: 07/25/2024] [Indexed: 08/12/2024] Open
Abstract
Adipose tissue-derived stem cells (ADSCs) represent a subset of the mesenchymal stem cells in every adipose compartment throughout the body. ADSCs can differentiate into various cell types, including chondrocytes, osteocytes, myocytes, and adipocytes. Moreover, they exhibit a notable potential to differentiate in vitro into cells from other germinal lineages, including endothelial cells and neurons. ADSCs have a wide range of clinical applications, from breast surgery to chronic wounds. Furthermore, they are a promising cell population for future tissue-engineering uses. Accumulating evidence indicates a decreased proliferation and differentiation potential of ADSCs with an increasing age, increasing body mass index, diabetes mellitus, metabolic syndrome, or exposure to radiotherapy. Therefore, the recent literature thoroughly investigates this cell population's senescence mechanisms and how they can hinder its possible therapeutic applications. This review will discuss the biological mechanisms and the physio-pathological causes behind ADSC senescence and how they can impact cellular functionality. Moreover, we will examine the possible strategies to invert these processes, re-establishing the full regenerative potential of this progenitor population.
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- Riccardo Foti
- Plastic Surgery, Department of Surgical Sciences, University of Rome “Tor Vergata”, 00133 Rome, Italy; (R.F.); (M.P.); (V.C.)
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- Plastic Surgery, Department of Surgical Sciences, University of Rome “Tor Vergata”, 00133 Rome, Italy; (R.F.); (M.P.); (V.C.)
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- Plastic Surgery, Department of Surgical Sciences, University of Rome “Tor Vergata”, 00133 Rome, Italy; (R.F.); (M.P.); (V.C.)
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- Anatomy Pathology Institute, Department of Biomedicine and Prevention, University of Rome “Tor Vergata”, 00133 Rome, Italy; (M.G.S.); (E.F.); (S.T.); (A.O.)
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- Anatomy Pathology Institute, Department of Biomedicine and Prevention, University of Rome “Tor Vergata”, 00133 Rome, Italy; (M.G.S.); (E.F.); (S.T.); (A.O.)
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- Anatomy Pathology Institute, Department of Biomedicine and Prevention, University of Rome “Tor Vergata”, 00133 Rome, Italy; (M.G.S.); (E.F.); (S.T.); (A.O.)
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- Department of Experimental Medicine, University of Rome “Tor Vergata”, 00133 Rome, Italy;
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- Department of Plastic Surgery and Hand Surgery, University Hospital Zurich, 8006 Zurich, Switzerland;
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- Anatomy Pathology Institute, Department of Biomedicine and Prevention, University of Rome “Tor Vergata”, 00133 Rome, Italy; (M.G.S.); (E.F.); (S.T.); (A.O.)
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- Plastic Surgery, Department of Surgical Sciences, University of Rome “Tor Vergata”, 00133 Rome, Italy; (R.F.); (M.P.); (V.C.)
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Zheng X, Zhao D, Liu Y, Jin Y, Liu T, Li H, Liu D. Regeneration and anti-inflammatory effects of stem cells and their extracellular vesicles in gynecological diseases. Biomed Pharmacother 2023; 168:115739. [PMID: 37862976 DOI: 10.1016/j.biopha.2023.115739] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/25/2023] [Revised: 10/10/2023] [Accepted: 10/16/2023] [Indexed: 10/22/2023] Open
Abstract
There are many gynecological diseases, among which breast cancer (BC), cervical cancer (CC), endometriosis (EMs), and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) are common and difficult to cure. Stem cells (SCs) are a focus of regenerative medicine. They are commonly used to treat organ damage and difficult diseases because of their potential for self-renewal and multidirectional differentiation. SCs are also commonly used for difficult-to-treat gynecological diseases because of their strong directional differentiation ability with unlimited possibilities, their tendency to adhere to the diseased tissue site, and their use as carriers for drug delivery. SCs can produce exosomes in a paracrine manner. Exosomes can be produced in large quantities and have the advantage of easy storage. Their safety and efficacy are superior to those of SCs, which have considerable potential in gynecological treatment, such as inhibiting endometrial senescence, promoting vascular reconstruction, and improving anti-inflammatory and immune functions. In this paper, we review the mechanisms of the regenerative and anti-inflammatory capacity of SCs and exosomes in incurable gynecological diseases and the current progress in their application in genetic engineering to provide a foundation for further research.
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- Xu Zheng
- Changchun University of Chinese Medicine, Changchun 130117, China
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- Affiliated Hospital of Changchun University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Changchun 130000, China
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- Affiliated Hospital of Changchun University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Changchun 130000, China
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- Changchun University of Chinese Medicine, Changchun 130117, China
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- Changchun University of Chinese Medicine, Changchun 130117, China; Baicheng Medical College, Baicheng 137000, China.
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- Changchun University of Chinese Medicine, Changchun 130117, China.
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- Changchun University of Chinese Medicine, Changchun 130117, China.
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Szyposzynska A, Bielawska-Pohl A, Murawski M, Sozanski R, Chodaczek G, Klimczak A. Mesenchymal Stem Cell Microvesicles from Adipose Tissue: Unraveling Their Impact on Primary Ovarian Cancer Cells and Their Therapeutic Opportunities. Int J Mol Sci 2023; 24:15862. [PMID: 37958844 PMCID: PMC10647545 DOI: 10.3390/ijms242115862] [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: 10/07/2023] [Revised: 10/29/2023] [Accepted: 10/30/2023] [Indexed: 11/15/2023] Open
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Mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) and their derivatives can be promising tools in oncology including ovarian cancer treatment. This study aimed to determine the effect of HATMSC2-MVs (microvesicles derived from human immortalized mesenchymal stem cells of adipose tissue origin) on the fate and behavior of primary ovarian cancer cells. Human primary ovarian cancer (OvCa) cells were isolated from two sources: post-operative tissue of ovarian cancer and ascitic fluid. The phenotype of cells was characterized using flow cytometry, real-time RT-PCR, and immunofluorescence staining. The effect of HATMSC2-MVs on the biological activity of primary cells was analyzed in 2D (proliferation, migration, and cell survival) and 3D (cell survival) models. We demonstrated that HATMSC2-MVs internalized into primary ovarian cancer cells decrease the metabolic activity and induce the cancer cell death and are leading to decreased migratory activity of tumor cells. The results suggests that the anti-cancer effect of HATMSC2-MVs, with high probability, is contributed by the delivery of molecules that induce cell cycle arrest and apoptosis (p21, tumor suppressor p53, executor caspase 3) and proapoptotic regulators (bad, BIM, Fas, FasL, p27, TRAIL-R1, TRAIL-R2), and their presence has been confirmed by apoptotic protein antibody array. In this study, we demonstrate the ability to inhibit primary OvCa cells growth and apoptosis induction after exposure of OvCa cells on HATMSC2-MVs treatment; however, further studies are needed to clarify their anticancer activities.
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- Agnieszka Szyposzynska
- Laboratory of Biology of Stem and Neoplastic Cells, Hirszfeld Institute of Immunology and Experimental Therapy, Polish Academy of Sciences, 53-114 Wroclaw, Poland; (A.S.); (A.B.-P.)
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- Laboratory of Biology of Stem and Neoplastic Cells, Hirszfeld Institute of Immunology and Experimental Therapy, Polish Academy of Sciences, 53-114 Wroclaw, Poland; (A.S.); (A.B.-P.)
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- 1st Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics, Wroclaw Medical University, 50-599 Wroclaw, Poland; (M.M.); (R.S.)
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- 1st Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics, Wroclaw Medical University, 50-599 Wroclaw, Poland; (M.M.); (R.S.)
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- Bioimaging Laboratory, Łukasiewicz Research Network-PORT Polish Center for Technology Development, 54-066 Wroclaw, Poland;
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- Laboratory of Biology of Stem and Neoplastic Cells, Hirszfeld Institute of Immunology and Experimental Therapy, Polish Academy of Sciences, 53-114 Wroclaw, Poland; (A.S.); (A.B.-P.)
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Li Z, Fang X, Wang S. Omentum provides a special cell microenvironment for ovarian cancer. Cancer Rep (Hoboken) 2023; 6:e1858. [PMID: 37605299 PMCID: PMC10598246 DOI: 10.1002/cnr2.1858] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/06/2023] [Revised: 06/18/2023] [Accepted: 06/25/2023] [Indexed: 08/23/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Ovarian cancer seriously threatens women's health because of its poor prognosis and high mortality. Due to the lack of efficient early detection and screening methods, when patients seek doctors' help with complaints of abdominal distension, back pain and other nonspecific signs, the clinical results always hint at the widespread metastasis of disease. When referring to the metastasis of this disease, the omentum always takes precedence. RECENT FINDINGS The distinguishing feature of the omentum is adipose tissue, which satisfies the energy demand of cancer cells and supplies a more aggressive environment for ovarian cancer cells. In this review, we mainly focus on three important cell types: adipocytes, macrophages, and mesenchymal stem cells. Besides, several mechanisms underlying cancer-associated adipocytes (CAA)-facilitated ovarian cancer cell development have been revealed, including their capacities for storing lipids and endocrine function, and the release of hormones, growth factors, and adipokines. Blocking the reciprocity among cancer cells and various cells located on the omentum might contribute to ovarian cancer therapy. The inhibition of hormones, growth factors and adipokines produced by adipocytes will be a novel therapeutic strategy. However, a sufficient number of trials has not been performed. In spite of this, the therapeutic potential of metformin and the roles of exercise in ovarian cancer will be worth mentioning. CONCLUSION It is almost impossible to overcome completely ovarian cancer at the moment. What we can do is trying our best to improve these patients' prognoses. In this process, adipocytes may bring promising future for the therapy of ovarian cancer.
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- Zeying Li
- The Second Xiangya Hospital of Central South UniversityChangshaChina
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- The Second Xiangya Hospital of Central South UniversityChangshaChina
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- The Second Xiangya Hospital of Central South UniversityChangshaChina
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Jahani S, Zare N, Mirzaei Y, Arefnezhad R, Zarei H, Goleij P, Bagheri N. Mesenchymal stem cells and ovarian cancer: Is there promising news? J Cell Biochem 2023; 124:1437-1448. [PMID: 37682985 DOI: 10.1002/jcb.30471] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/30/2023] [Revised: 07/24/2023] [Accepted: 08/28/2023] [Indexed: 09/10/2023]
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Ovarian cancer (OC) is described as a heterogeneous complex condition with high mortality, weak prognosis, and late-stage presentation. OC has several subgroups based on different indices, like the origin and histopathology. The current treatments against OC include surgery followed by chemotherapy and radiotherapy; however, these methods have represented diverse side effects without enough effectiveness on OC. Recently, mesenchymal stem cell (MSC)-based therapy has acquired particular attention for treating diverse problems, such as cancer. These multipotent stem cells can be obtained from different sources, such as the umbilical cord, adipose tissues, bone marrow, and placenta, and their efficacy has been investigated against OC. Hence, in this narrative review, we aimed to review and discuss the present studies about the effects of various sources of MSCs on OC with a special focus on involved mechanisms.
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- Coenzyme R Research Institute, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Medical Biochemical Analysis, Cihan University-Erbil, Erbil, Kurdistan Region, Iraq
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- Department of Anatomical Sciences, Faculty of Medical Sciences, Tarbiat Modares University, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Genetics, Sana Institute of Higher Education, Sari, Iran
- International Network of Stem Cell (INSC), Universal Scientific Education and Research Network (USERN), Tehran, Iran
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- Cellular and Molecular Research Center, Basic Health Sciences Institute, Shahrekord University of Medical Sciences, Shahrekord, Iran
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Extracellular Vesicle-Loaded Oncogenic lncRNA NEAT1 from Adipose-Derived Mesenchymal Stem Cells Confers Gemcitabine Resistance in Pancreatic Cancer via miR-491-5p/Snail/SOCS3 Axis. Stem Cells Int 2023; 2023:6510571. [PMID: 36762032 PMCID: PMC9902843 DOI: 10.1155/2023/6510571] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/13/2022] [Revised: 12/07/2022] [Accepted: 12/22/2022] [Indexed: 02/01/2023] Open
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It is becoming increasingly evident that key mechanisms of mesenchymal stem cell (MSC) efficacy appear to associate with paracrine activities, and the delivery of cargos through extracellular vesicles (EVs) controls the mechanistic actions of MSCs. Thus, this study clarified a possible mechanism by which EV-encapsulated NEAT1 from adipose-derived mesenchymal stem cells (ADSCs) might mediate gemcitabine resistance in pancreatic cancer (PCa). Microarray profile suggested a differentially expressed lncRNA NEAT1 in PCa, and we determined its expression in PCa cells. NEAT1 was found to be upregulated in PCa. The binding affinity among NEAT1, miR-491-5p, and Snail was identified through bioinformatic analysis and experimental validation. NEAT1 competitively bound to miR-491-5p to elevate Snail expression and diminish SOCS3 expression. PCa cells were cocultured with EVs extracted from ADSCs, followed by assessment of malignant phenotypes, tumorigenesis, and gemcitabine resistance of PCa cells using gain- or loss-of-function experiments. ADSC-derived EVs carrying NEAT1 promoted PCa cell proliferation, migration, and gemcitabine resistance in vitro and enhanced tumorigenicity in vivo by inhibiting miR-491-5p and SOCS3 and upregulating Snail. Collectively, the findings from our study found a new potential strategy for gemcitabine resistance in PCa by illustrating the mechanistic insights of oncogenic ADSC-derived EVs-loaded NEAT1 via regulating the miR-491-5p/Snail/SOCS3 axis.
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Chen X, Ren X, E J, Zhou Y, Bian R. Exosome-transmitted circ IFNGR2 Modulates Ovarian Cancer Metastasis via miR-378/ST5 Axis. Mol Cell Biol 2023; 43:22-42. [PMID: 36720469 PMCID: PMC9937009 DOI: 10.1080/10985549.2022.2160605] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 10.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/22/2022] [Accepted: 12/05/2022] [Indexed: 01/28/2023] Open
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Cancer-associated fibroblasts (CAFs)-derived exosomes have emerged as a key driver of ovarian cancer (OVCA) tumor progression. The mechanisms behind the specific circular RNA (circRNA) activity encapsulated by CAF-generated exosomes (CAF-exo) requires to be elucidated. Herein, this study selected specific circRNA (hsa_circIFNGR2) molecules and aimed to clarify novel function of CAF-derived exosomal circIFNGR2 on growth, and metastasis of OVCA cells. In this study, we clarified that the exosomes of CAFs originating from human ovarian cancer hindered tumor cell proliferation, metastasis and EMT in vitro. Interestingly, CAFs directly transferred exosomes into OVCA cells to enrich intracellular circIFNGR2 levels. Biologically, activation of exosomal circIFNGR2 blocked cell proliferation, metastasis and EMT. Mechanistically, enhanced circIFNGR2 activated the miR-378/ST5 axis and directly inhibited the malignant evolution of tumor cells. Furthermore, rescue experiments evidenced that circIFNGR2 and ST5 were two essential participants in OVCA, concretely manifested in the co-culture of OVCA cells with exosomes that reversed the effects of intracellular circIFNGR2 and ST5 depletion. Finally, we observed that CAF-exo treatment hindered tumor growth and increased the size and number of metastatic nodules in mice. Our study revealed a previously unknown regulatory pathway whereby CAFs-derived exosomes delivered circIFNGR2 and inhibited the malignant progression of OVCA by circIFNGR2/miR-378/ST5 axis.
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- Xiaoping Chen
- Obstetrics and Gynecology Department, Yancheng First People's Hospital, Yancheng, China
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- Obstetrics and Gynecology Department, Yancheng First People's Hospital, Yancheng, China
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- Obstetrics and Gynecology Department, Yancheng First People's Hospital, Yancheng, China
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- Obstetrics and Gynecology Department, Yancheng First People's Hospital, Yancheng, China
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- Obstetrics and Gynecology Department, Yancheng First People's Hospital, Yancheng, China
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Qu Q, Liu L, Cui Y, Chen Y, Wang Y, Wang Y. Exosomes from Human Omental Adipose-Derived Mesenchymal Stem Cells Secreted into Ascites Promote Peritoneal Metastasis of Epithelial Ovarian Cancer. Cells 2022; 11:3392. [PMID: 36359787 PMCID: PMC9655202 DOI: 10.3390/cells11213392] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/11/2022] [Revised: 10/13/2022] [Accepted: 10/19/2022] [Indexed: 03/26/2024] Open
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Epithelial ovarian cancer (EOC) patients frequently develop peritoneal metastasis, especially in the human omentum. However, the mechanism underlying this propensity remains unknown. A previous study found that human omental adipose-derived mesenchymal stem cells are potentially involved in ovarian cancer growth and metastasis, but the results were inconsistent and even contradictory. In addition, the underlying mechanisms of visceral adipose metastasis remain poorly understood. Here, our goal is to clarify the role and mechanism of human omental adipose-derived mesenchymal stem cells (HO-ADSCs) in EOC cancer growth and metastasis. We first found that human omental tissue conditioned medium (HO-CM) enhances EOC cell function. Subsequent coculture studies indicated that HO-ADSCs increase the growth, migratory and invasive capabilities of ovarian cancer cells. Then, we demonstrated that exosomes secreted by HO-ADSCs (HO-ADSC exosomes) enhanced ovarian cancer cell function, and further mechanistic studies showed that the FOXM1, Cyclin F, KIF20A, and MAPK signaling pathways were involved in this process. In addition, subcutaneous tumorigenesis and peritoneal metastatic xenograft experiments provided evidence that HO-ADSC exosomes promote ovarian cancer growth and metastasis in vivo. Finally, our clinical studies provided evidence that ascites from ovarian cancer patients enhance EOC cell line proliferation, migration, and invasion in vitro. The present study indicated that HO-ADSC exosomes are secreted into ascites and exert a tumor-promoting effect on EOC growth and metastasis, providing a new perspective and method to develop future novel therapeutic strategies for the treatment of ovarian cancer.
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- Qingxi Qu
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Qilu Hospital of Shandong University, Jinan 250012, China
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- Research Center of Stem Cell and Regenerative Medicine, Shandong University, Jinan 250012, China
- Laboratory of Cryomedicine, Qilu Hospital of Shandong University, Jinan 250012, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Qilu Hospital of Shandong University, Jinan 250012, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Qilu Hospital of Shandong University, Jinan 250012, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Qilu Hospital of Shandong University, Jinan 250012, China
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, Qilu Hospital of Shandong University, Jinan 250012, China
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Molecular Docking and Intracellular Translocation of Extracellular Vesicles for Efficient Drug Delivery. Int J Mol Sci 2022; 23:ijms232112971. [PMID: 36361760 PMCID: PMC9659046 DOI: 10.3390/ijms232112971] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/10/2022] [Revised: 10/07/2022] [Accepted: 10/21/2022] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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Extracellular vesicles (EVs), including exosomes, mediate intercellular communication by delivering their contents, such as nucleic acids, proteins, and lipids, to distant target cells. EVs play a role in the progression of several diseases. In particular, programmed death-ligand 1 (PD-L1) levels in exosomes are associated with cancer progression. Furthermore, exosomes are being used for new drug-delivery systems by modifying their membrane peptides to promote their intracellular transduction via micropinocytosis. In this review, we aim to show that an efficient drug-delivery system and a useful therapeutic strategy can be established by controlling the molecular docking and intracellular translocation of exosomes. We summarise the mechanisms of molecular docking of exosomes, the biological effects of exosomes transmitted into target cells, and the current state of exosomes as drug delivery systems.
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Wang X, Jiang L, Liu Q. miR-18a-5p derived from mesenchymal stem cells-extracellular vesicles inhibits ovarian cancer cell proliferation, migration, invasion, and chemotherapy resistance. J Transl Med 2022; 20:258. [PMID: 35672774 PMCID: PMC9172103 DOI: 10.1186/s12967-022-03422-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/24/2021] [Accepted: 05/02/2022] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
Abstract
OBJECTIVE Ovarian cancer (OC) is a major threat to women's health. Mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) are key regulators in cellular communication by secreting extracellular vesicles (EVs) that are involved in OC. This study probed into the mechanism of human MSCs derived-EVs (hMSC-EVs) in regulating OC cell growth and chemotherapy resistance. METHODS hMSCs and EVs were isolated and identified. After adding EVs, the uptake of EVs by OC CAOV3/ES2 cells (for in vitro studies), and cell proliferation, migration, and invasion were detected. Downregulated miRNAs in hMSC-EVs were screened and miR-18a-5p expression in OC patients was detected. The prognosis of OC patients was analyzed. Binding sites of miR-18a-5p and NACC1 were predicted and validated. NACC1 expression in OC tissues was measured by RT-qPCR, and its correlation with miR-18a-5p was analyzed by Pearson method. AKT/mTOR pathway activation was assessed by WB. The cisplatin sensitivity of EVs-treated CAOV3 cells was evaluated via MTT assay and tested by tumor formation assay in nude mice. RESULTS hMSC-EVs suppressed OC cell proliferation, migration, and invasion. miR-18a-5p was downregulated in OC and miR-18a-5p low expression was associated with a poor prognosis. EV-encapsulated miR-18a-5p targeted NACC1. NACC1 was upregulated in OC tissues. miR-18a-5p knockdown and NACC1 overexpression both annulled the inhibition of hMSC-EVs on OC cell growth. AKT and mTOR were elevated in OC and NACC1 activated the AKT/mTOR pathway in OC cells. hMSC-EVs promoted cisplatin sensitivity of OC cells by carrying miR-18a-5p. CONCLUSION hMSC-EVs-derived miR-18a-5p inhibits OC cell proliferation, migration, invasion, and chemotherapy resistance.
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- Xiaoying Wang
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Shengjing Hospital of China Medical University, 36 Sanhao Street, Heping District, Shenyang, 110004, Liaoning, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Shengjing Hospital of China Medical University, 36 Sanhao Street, Heping District, Shenyang, 110004, Liaoning, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Shengjing Hospital of China Medical University, 36 Sanhao Street, Heping District, Shenyang, 110004, Liaoning, China.
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Zuccarini M, Giuliani P, Di Liberto V, Frinchi M, Caciagli F, Caruso V, Ciccarelli R, Mudò G, Di Iorio P. Adipose Stromal/Stem Cell-Derived Extracellular Vesicles: Potential Next-Generation Anti-Obesity Agents. Int J Mol Sci 2022; 23:ijms23031543. [PMID: 35163472 PMCID: PMC8836090 DOI: 10.3390/ijms23031543] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/18/2021] [Revised: 01/26/2022] [Accepted: 01/26/2022] [Indexed: 02/01/2023] Open
Abstract
Over the last decade, several compounds have been identified for the treatment of obesity. However, due to the complexity of the disease, many pharmacological interventions have raised concerns about their efficacy and safety. Therefore, it is important to discover new factors involved in the induction/progression of obesity. Adipose stromal/stem cells (ASCs), which are mostly isolated from subcutaneous adipose tissue, are the primary cells contributing to the expansion of fat mass. Like other cells, ASCs release nanoparticles known as extracellular vesicles (EVs), which are being actively studied for their potential applications in a variety of diseases. Here, we focused on the importance of the contribution of ASC-derived EVs in the regulation of metabolic processes. In addition, we outlined the advantages/disadvantages of the use of EVs as potential next-generation anti-obesity agents.
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- Mariachiara Zuccarini
- Department of Medical, Oral and Biotechnological Sciences, University of Chieti-Pescara, Via dei Vestini 29, 66100 Chieti, Italy; (M.Z.); (P.G.); (P.D.I.)
- Center for Advanced Studies and Technologies (CAST), University of Chieti-Pescara, Via L. Polacchi, 66100 Chieti, Italy;
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- Department of Medical, Oral and Biotechnological Sciences, University of Chieti-Pescara, Via dei Vestini 29, 66100 Chieti, Italy; (M.Z.); (P.G.); (P.D.I.)
- Center for Advanced Studies and Technologies (CAST), University of Chieti-Pescara, Via L. Polacchi, 66100 Chieti, Italy;
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- Department of Biomedicine, Neuroscience and Advanced Diagnostic, University of Palermo, 90128 Palermo, Italy; (V.D.L.); (M.F.); (G.M.)
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- Department of Biomedicine, Neuroscience and Advanced Diagnostic, University of Palermo, 90128 Palermo, Italy; (V.D.L.); (M.F.); (G.M.)
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- Center for Advanced Studies and Technologies (CAST), University of Chieti-Pescara, Via L. Polacchi, 66100 Chieti, Italy;
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- School of Pharmacy and Pharmacology, University of Tasmania, Hobart 7001, Australia;
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- Department of Medical, Oral and Biotechnological Sciences, University of Chieti-Pescara, Via dei Vestini 29, 66100 Chieti, Italy; (M.Z.); (P.G.); (P.D.I.)
- Center for Advanced Studies and Technologies (CAST), University of Chieti-Pescara, Via L. Polacchi, 66100 Chieti, Italy;
- Stem TeCh Group, Center for Advanced Studies and Technologies (CAST), Via L. Polacchi, 66100 Chieti, Italy
- Correspondence:
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- Department of Biomedicine, Neuroscience and Advanced Diagnostic, University of Palermo, 90128 Palermo, Italy; (V.D.L.); (M.F.); (G.M.)
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- Department of Medical, Oral and Biotechnological Sciences, University of Chieti-Pescara, Via dei Vestini 29, 66100 Chieti, Italy; (M.Z.); (P.G.); (P.D.I.)
- Center for Advanced Studies and Technologies (CAST), University of Chieti-Pescara, Via L. Polacchi, 66100 Chieti, Italy;
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Storti G, Favi E, Albanesi F, Kim BS, Cervelli V. Adipose-Derived Stem/Stromal Cells in Kidney Transplantation: Status Quo and Future Perspectives. Int J Mol Sci 2021; 22:11188. [PMID: 34681848 PMCID: PMC8538841 DOI: 10.3390/ijms222011188] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/31/2021] [Revised: 10/11/2021] [Accepted: 10/14/2021] [Indexed: 02/07/2023] Open
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Kidney transplantation (KT) is the gold standard treatment of end-stage renal disease. Despite progressive advances in organ preservation, surgical technique, intensive care, and immunosuppression, long-term allograft survival has not significantly improved. Among the many peri-operative complications that can jeopardize transplant outcomes, ischemia-reperfusion injury (IRI) deserves special consideration as it is associated with delayed graft function, acute rejection, and premature transplant loss. Over the years, several strategies have been proposed to mitigate the impact of IRI and favor tolerance, with rather disappointing results. There is mounting evidence that adipose stem/stromal cells (ASCs) possess specific characteristics that could help prevent, reduce, or reverse IRI. Immunomodulating and tolerogenic properties have also been suggested, thus leading to the development of ASC-based prophylactic and therapeutic strategies in pre-clinical and clinical models of renal IRI and allograft rejection. ASCs are copious, easy to harvest, and readily expandable in culture. Furthermore, ASCs can secrete extracellular vesicles (EV) which may act as powerful mediators of tissue repair and tolerance. In the present review, we discuss the current knowledge on the mechanisms of action and therapeutic opportunities offered by ASCs and ASC-derived EVs in the KT setting. Most relevant pre-clinical and clinical studies as well as actual limitations and future perspective are highlighted.
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- Gabriele Storti
- Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Surgical Sciences, Tor Vergata University, 00133 Rome, Italy; (G.S.); (V.C.)
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- Department of Clinical Sciences and Community Health, University of Milan, 20122 Milan, Italy
- Kidney Transplantation, Fondazione IRCCS Ca’ Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico, 20135 Milan, Italy;
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- Kidney Transplantation, Fondazione IRCCS Ca’ Granda Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico, 20135 Milan, Italy;
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- Division of Plastic Surgery and Hand Surgery, University Hospital Zurich, 8091 Zurich, Switzerland;
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- Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Surgical Sciences, Tor Vergata University, 00133 Rome, Italy; (G.S.); (V.C.)
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