1
|
Sellet N, Frey J, Cormier M, Goddard JP. Near-infrared photocatalysis with cyanines: synthesis, applications and perspectives. Chem Sci 2024; 15:8639-8650. [PMID: 38873079 PMCID: PMC11168079 DOI: 10.1039/d4sc00814f] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/02/2024] [Accepted: 05/01/2024] [Indexed: 06/15/2024] Open
Abstract
Cyanines are organic dyes bearing two aza-heterocycles linked by a polymethine chain. Excited states, fluorescence, redox activity, and energy transfer are interesting properties of cyanines which have been used by chemists. Moreover, they are easily accessible and highly tunable. For all these reasons, cyanines are often selected for applications like fluorescent probes, phototherapy and photovoltaics. However, considering cyanines as photocatalysts is a new field of investigation and has been sparsely reported in the literature. This field of research has been launched on the basis of near-infrared light photocatalysis. With a deeper NIR light penetration, the irradiation is compatible with biological tissues. Due to the longer wavelengths that are involved, the safety of the operator can be guaranteed. In this perspective review, the photophysical/redox properties of cyanines are reported as well as their preparations and applications in modern synthetic approaches. Finally, recent examples of cyanine-based NIR-photocatalysis are discussed including photopolymerization and organic synthesis.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Nicolas Sellet
- Laboratoire d'Innovation Moléculaire et Applications (LIMA), UMR 7042, Université de Haute-Alsace (UHA), Université de Strasbourg, CNRS Mulhouse 68100 France
| | - Johanna Frey
- Laboratoire d'Innovation Moléculaire et Applications (LIMA), UMR 7042, Université de Haute-Alsace (UHA), Université de Strasbourg, CNRS Mulhouse 68100 France
| | - Morgan Cormier
- Laboratoire d'Innovation Moléculaire et Applications (LIMA), UMR 7042, Université de Haute-Alsace (UHA), Université de Strasbourg, CNRS Mulhouse 68100 France
| | - Jean-Philippe Goddard
- Laboratoire d'Innovation Moléculaire et Applications (LIMA), UMR 7042, Université de Haute-Alsace (UHA), Université de Strasbourg, CNRS Mulhouse 68100 France
| |
Collapse
|
2
|
Kaiyum R, Schruder CW, Mermut O, Rink A. Investigation of cyanine-based infrared dyes as calibrants in radiochromic films. Med Phys 2023; 50:8034-8043. [PMID: 37633840 DOI: 10.1002/mp.16674] [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: 05/01/2023] [Revised: 07/03/2023] [Accepted: 07/29/2023] [Indexed: 08/28/2023] Open
Abstract
BACKGROUND Radiochromic material such as lithium pentacosa-10,12-diynoate (LiPCDA) has been suggested as the radiation-sensitive material for real-time in vivo fiber-optic dosimetry. In this configuration, micron-thick radiochromic coating would measure the absorbed dose, where a major challenge is the uncertainty in the active material thickness, necessitating calibration. A homogeneously incorporated inert infrared (IR) dye, which must also be stable in ambient conditions and against radiolysis, can be added to the radiochromic film to enable optical calibration. PURPOSE This study investigates four commercial cyanine-based dyes (IR-783, IR-806, IR-868, and IR-880) for use as an optical calibrant in fiber-optic radiochromic dosimeters. METHODS All dyes were dissolved in water to confirm solubility. IR-783 and IR-806 were dissolved in 10% w/w gelatin solution and coated onto a polyester substrate, which were then sandwiched between two layers of adhesives forming IR-783 and IR-806 films. A second batch of IR dyes in gelatin incorporated the LiPCDA, and was coated onto substrate and sandwiched between adhesive to form IR dye + LiPCDA films. The absorbance spectra of the films were measured periodically (176 and 102 days for IR-dye films, and IR dye + LiPCDA, respectively). The average percentage absorbance, normalized to day 1, was fit to either a single or a double exponential decay model to calculate the spectral stability lifetime (τ1 , τ2 ). Films were irradiated using a 6 MV LINAC beam with a standard setup of 100 source to axis distance (SAD), 10 cm × 10 cm field size and 1.5 cm depth. The change in absorbance of the IR-dye + LiPCDA films were measured after they were irradiated to 1, 2, 5, 10, and 20 Gy at 3 Gy/min. RESULTS Only IR-783 and IR-806 were sufficiently water soluble. In gelatin matrix, these dyes demonstrated a decrease in absorbance with time for IR-783 and IR-806 dyes, with IR-783 films having an average τ1 = 73 ± 7 days and IR-806 films τ1 = 7 ± 3 days. When combined with LiPCDA, IR-806 degraded, losing its original peak at ∼820 nm. Similarly, IR-783, combined with LiPCDA, showed signs of degradation; however, its original absorbance peak was still observed at ∼800 nm. In the IR-783 + LiPCDA films, the IR-783 dye had a τ = 4 ± 1 days, an order of magnitude faster than the IR-783 with no LiPCDA films. When exposed to x-ray irradiation, the IR-783 dye in the IR-783 + LiPCDA films showed no change in absorbance with increasing absorbed dose. In contrast, the LiPCDA in the films responded as expected, increasing in optical density with increased absorbed dose. CONCLUSIONS IR-783 and IR-806 dyes were observed to degrade over time following exponential decay curves. IR-806 could not be combined with the LiPCDA without degrading. The combination of IR-783 with LiPCDA demonstrated single exponential decay behavior at a comparatively faster rate than films that did not have LiPCDA. IR-783 was insensitive to ionizing radiation and thus may be suitable for thickness correction, but an alternative manufacturing procedure may need to be developed.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Rohith Kaiyum
- Department of Physics and Astronomy, York University, Toronto, Canada
- TECHNA Institute, University Health Network, Toronto, Canada
| | - Christopher W Schruder
- Department of Physics and Astronomy, York University, Toronto, Canada
- TECHNA Institute, University Health Network, Toronto, Canada
| | - Ozzy Mermut
- Department of Physics and Astronomy, York University, Toronto, Canada
| | - Alexandra Rink
- Department of Medical Physics, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto, Canada
- Department of Radiation Oncology, University of Toronto, Toronto, Canada
- Department of Medical Biophysics, University of Toronto, Toronto, Canada
| |
Collapse
|
3
|
Bai J, Wang H, Li C, Liu L, Wang J, Sun C, Zhang Q. A novel mitochondria-targeting compound exerts therapeutic effects against melanoma by inducing mitochondria-mediated apoptosis and autophagy in vitro and in vivo. ENVIRONMENTAL TOXICOLOGY 2023; 38:2608-2620. [PMID: 37466182 DOI: 10.1002/tox.23896] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/07/2022] [Revised: 06/17/2023] [Accepted: 07/01/2023] [Indexed: 07/20/2023]
Abstract
Melanoma is the most invasive skin cancer, with a high mortality rate. However, existing therapeutic drugs have side effects, low reactivity, and lead to drug resistance. As the power source in cells, mitochondria play an important role in the survival of cancer cells and are an important target for tumor therapy. This study aimed to develop a new anti-melanoma compound that targets mitochondria, evaluate its effect on the proliferation and metastasis of melanoma cells, and explore its mechanism of action. The novel mitochondria-targeting compound, SCZ0148, was synthesized by modifying the structure of cyanine. Then, A375 and B16 cells were incubated with different concentrations of SCZ0148, and different doses of SCZ0148 were administered to A375 and B16 xenograft zebrafish. The results showed that SCZ0148 targeted mitochondria, had dose- and time-dependent effects on the proliferation of melanoma cell lines, and had no obvious side effects on normal cells. In addition, SCZ0148 induced melanoma cell apoptosis through the reactive oxygen species-mediated mitochondrial pathway of apoptosis and promoted autophagy. SCZ0148 significantly inhibited the migration of melanoma cells via a matrix metalloprotein 9-mediated pathway. Similarly, SCZ0148 inhibited melanoma cell proliferation in a concentration-dependent manner in vivo. In summary, SCZ0148 may be a novel anti-melanoma compound that targets mitochondria.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Jun Bai
- Environmental Health Effects and Risk Assessment Key Laboratory of Luzhou, School of Public Health, Southwest Medical University, Luzhou, China
| | - Hailan Wang
- Environmental Health Effects and Risk Assessment Key Laboratory of Luzhou, School of Public Health, Southwest Medical University, Luzhou, China
- Center for Global Health, The Key Laboratory of Modern Toxicology, Ministry of Education, School of Public Health, Suzhou Institute of Public Health, Gusu School, Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, China
| | - Chenwen Li
- Environmental Health Effects and Risk Assessment Key Laboratory of Luzhou, School of Public Health, Southwest Medical University, Luzhou, China
| | - Li Liu
- Department of Dermatology, The Affiliated Hospital of Southwest Medical University, Luzhou, China
| | - Jianv Wang
- Department of Dermatology, The Affiliated Hospital of Southwest Medical University, Luzhou, China
| | - Changzhen Sun
- Drug Research Center of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, The Affiliated Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital of Southwest Medical University, Luzhou, China
| | - Qingbi Zhang
- Environmental Health Effects and Risk Assessment Key Laboratory of Luzhou, School of Public Health, Southwest Medical University, Luzhou, China
| |
Collapse
|
4
|
Chen M, Leng Y, He C, Li X, Zhao L, Qu Y, Wu Y. Red blood cells: a potential delivery system. J Nanobiotechnology 2023; 21:288. [PMID: 37608283 PMCID: PMC10464085 DOI: 10.1186/s12951-023-02060-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/28/2023] [Accepted: 08/11/2023] [Indexed: 08/24/2023] Open
Abstract
Red blood cells (RBCs) are the most abundant cells in the body, possessing unique biological and physical properties. RBCs have demonstrated outstanding potential as delivery vehicles due to their low immunogenicity, long-circulating cycle, and immune characteristics, exhibiting delivery abilities. There have been several developments in understanding the delivery system of RBCs and their derivatives, and they have been applied in various aspects of biomedicine. This article compared the various physiological and physical characteristics of RBCs, analyzed their potential advantages in delivery systems, and summarized their existing practices in biomedicine.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Mengran Chen
- Department of Hematology, West China Hospital, Sichuan University/West China School of Nursing, Sichuan University, Chengdu, 610041, Sichuan, People's Republic of China
| | - Yamei Leng
- Department of Hematology, West China Hospital, Sichuan University/West China School of Nursing, Sichuan University, Chengdu, 610041, Sichuan, People's Republic of China
| | - Chuan He
- Guang'an People's Hospital, Guang'an, 638001, Sichuan, People's Republic of China
| | - Xuefeng Li
- Department of Hematology, West China Hospital, Sichuan University/West China School of Nursing, Sichuan University, Chengdu, 610041, Sichuan, People's Republic of China
| | - Lei Zhao
- Department of Hematology, West China Hospital, Sichuan University/West China School of Nursing, Sichuan University, Chengdu, 610041, Sichuan, People's Republic of China
| | - Ying Qu
- Department of Hematology, West China Hospital, Sichuan University/West China School of Nursing, Sichuan University, Chengdu, 610041, Sichuan, People's Republic of China.
| | - Yu Wu
- Department of Hematology, West China Hospital, Sichuan University/West China School of Nursing, Sichuan University, Chengdu, 610041, Sichuan, People's Republic of China.
| |
Collapse
|
5
|
Caparco AA, González-Gamboa I, Hays SS, Pokorski JK, Steinmetz NF. Delivery of Nematicides Using TMGMV-Derived Spherical Nanoparticles. NANO LETTERS 2023. [PMID: 37327572 DOI: 10.1021/acs.nanolett.3c01684] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/18/2023]
Abstract
Spherical nanoparticles (SNPs) from tobacco mild green mosaic virus (TMGMV) were developed and characterized, and their application for agrochemical delivery was demonstrated. Specifically, we set out to develop a platform for pesticide delivery targeting nematodes in the rhizosphere. SNPs were obtained by thermal shape-switching of the TMGMV. We demonstrated that cargo can be loaded into the SNPs during thermal shape-switching, enabling the one-pot synthesis of functionalized nanocarriers. Cyanine 5 and ivermectin were encapsulated into SNPs to achieve 10% mass loading. SNPs demonstrated good mobility and soil retention slightly higher than that of TMGMV rods. Ivermectin delivery to Caenorhabditis elegans using SNPs was determined after passing the formulations through soil. Using a gel burrowing assay, we demonstrate the potent efficacy of SNP-delivered ivermectin against nematodes. Like many pesticides, free ivermectin is adsorbed in the soil and did not show efficacy. The SNP nanotechnology offers good soil mobility and a platform technology for pesticide delivery to the rhizosphere.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Adam A Caparco
- Department of NanoEngineering, University of California, San Diego, La Jolla, California 92093, United States
| | - Ivonne González-Gamboa
- Department of NanoEngineering, University of California, San Diego, La Jolla, California 92093, United States
| | - Samuel S Hays
- Department of NanoEngineering, University of California, San Diego, La Jolla, California 92093, United States
| | - Jonathan K Pokorski
- Department of NanoEngineering, University of California, San Diego, La Jolla, California 92093, United States
- Institute for Materials Discovery and Design, University of California, San Diego, La Jolla, California 92093, United States
| | - Nicole F Steinmetz
- Department of NanoEngineering, University of California, San Diego, La Jolla, California 92093, United States
- Department of Bioengineering, University of California, San Diego, La Jolla, California 92093, United States
- Department of Radiology, University of California, San Diego, La Jolla, California 92093, United States
- Center for Nano-ImmunoEngineering, University of California, San Diego, La Jolla, California 92093, United States
- Institute for Materials Discovery and Design, University of California, San Diego, La Jolla, California 92093, United States
- Moores Cancer Center, University of California, San Diego, La Jolla, California 92093, United States
- Center for Engineering in Cancer, Institute for Engineering in Medicine, University of California, San Diego, La Jolla, California 92093, United States
| |
Collapse
|
6
|
Nirmal GR, Lin ZC, Lin CH, Sung CT, Liao CC, Fang JY. Polydopamine/IR820 nanoparticles as topical phototheranostics for inhibiting psoriasiform lesions through dual photothermal and photodynamic treatments. Biomater Sci 2022; 10:6172-6189. [PMID: 36073349 DOI: 10.1039/d2bm00835a] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
Abstract
Dual photothermal and photodynamic therapy (PTT and PDT) is an attractive approach that generates a synergistic effect for inhibiting keratinocyte hyperproliferation in the treatment of psoriasis. Here, we developed phototheranostic nanocarriers capable of producing hyperthermia and reactive oxygen species (ROS) in response to near-infrared (NIR) illumination. To this end, IR820 with photothermal and photodynamic features was embedded in nano-sized polydopamine (PDA) acting as a PTT agent. A comprehensive characterization of the PDA/IR820 nanosystem was performed according to its morphology, size, zeta potential, UV absorbance, and heat generation. Its therapeutic efficacy was assessed by a keratinocyte-based study and using an imiquimod (IMQ)-stimulated psoriasiform murine model. PDA/IR820 nanoparticles were facilely internalized into keratinocytes and mainly resided in lysosomes. Upon irradiation with NIR light, ROS were generated inside the keratinocytes to cause a photodynamic effect. The live/dead cell assay and cytotoxicity assay demonstrated that PDA and IR820 acted as effective photoabsorbers to induce keratinocyte death. The highest cytotoxic effect was detected in the group of NIR-irradiated PDA/IR820 nanoparticles, which killed 52% of keratinocytes. The nanosystem acted through the caspase and poly ADP-ribose polymerase (PARP) pathways to induce keratinocyte apoptosis. In vitro and in vivo skin permeation indicated the selective accumulation of the topically applied PDA/IR820 nanoparticles within psoriasiform skin, suggesting their skin-targeting capability. The combination of PDA/IR820 nanoparticles and NIR irradiation increased the skin temperature by 11.7 °C. PTT/PDT eliminated psoriasiform plaques in mice by decreasing hyperplasia, inhibiting cytokine overexpression, and recovering the barrier function. The epidermal thickness of the IMQ-treated skin was reduced from 134 to 34 μm by the nanocarriers plus NIR. The IR820 nanoparticles were largely deposited on the inflamed areas of psoriasiform lesions for monitoring the severity of inflammation. The image-guided phototheranostic nanoparticles showed their potential for applications in psoriasis management via noninvasive topical administration.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- G R Nirmal
- Graduate Institute of Biomedical Sciences, Chang Gung University, Kweishan, Taoyuan, Taiwan
| | - Zih-Chan Lin
- Chronic Diseases and Health Promotion Research Center, Chang Gung University of Science and Technology, Puzi, Chiayi, Taiwan
| | - Chih-Hung Lin
- Center for General Education, Chang Gung University of Science and Technology, Kweishan, Taoyuan, Taiwan
| | - Calvin T Sung
- Department of Dermatology, University of California, Irvine, USA
| | - Chia-Chih Liao
- Department of Anesthesiology, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital at Linkou, Taoyuan, Taiwan.,School of Medicine, College of Medicine, Chang Gung University, Taoyuan, Taiwan
| | - Jia-You Fang
- Department of Anesthesiology, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital at Linkou, Taoyuan, Taiwan.,Pharmaceutics Laboratory, Graduate Institute of Natural Products, Chang Gung University, Kweishan, Taoyuan, Taiwan. .,Research Center for Food and Cosmetic Safety and Research Center for Chinese Herbal Medicine, Chang Gung University of Science and Technology, Kweishan, Taoyuan, Taiwan
| |
Collapse
|
7
|
Gamage RS, Smith BD. Spontaneous Transfer of Indocyanine Green from Liposomes to Albumin Is Inhibited by the Antioxidant α-Tocopherol. LANGMUIR : THE ACS JOURNAL OF SURFACES AND COLLOIDS 2022; 38:11950-11961. [PMID: 36126324 PMCID: PMC9897306 DOI: 10.1021/acs.langmuir.2c01715] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/07/2023]
Abstract
Indocyanine Green (ICG) is a clinically approved organic dye with near-infrared absorption and fluorescence. Over the years, many efforts to improve the photophysical and pharmacokinetic properties of ICG have investigated numerous nanoparticle formulations, especially liposomes with membrane-embedded ICG. A series of systematic absorption and fluorescence experiments, including FRET experiments using ICG as a fluorescence energy acceptor, found that ICG transfers spontaneously from liposomes to albumin protein residing in the external solution with a half-life of ∼10 min at 37 °C. Moreover, transfer of ICG from liposome membranes to external albumin reduces light-activated leakage from thermosensitive liposomes with membrane-embedded ICG. A survey of lipophilic liposome additives discovered that the presence of clinically approved antioxidant, α-tocopherol, greatly increases ICG retention in the liposomes (presumably by forming favorable aromatic stacking interactions), inhibits ICG photobleaching and prevents albumin-induced reduction of light-triggered liposome leakage. This new insight will help researchers with the specific task of optimizing ICG-containing liposomes for fluorescence imaging or phototherapeutics. More broadly, the results suggest a broader design concept concerning light triggered liposome leakage, that is, proximity of the light absorbing dye to the bilayer membrane is a critical design feature that impacts the extent of liposome leakage.
Collapse
|
8
|
Photodisruption of the Inner Limiting Membrane: Exploring ICG Loaded Nanoparticles as Photosensitizers. Pharmaceutics 2022; 14:pharmaceutics14081716. [PMID: 36015342 PMCID: PMC9416162 DOI: 10.3390/pharmaceutics14081716] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/08/2022] [Revised: 08/10/2022] [Accepted: 08/12/2022] [Indexed: 12/02/2022] Open
Abstract
The inner limiting membrane (ILM) represents a major bottleneck hampering efficient drug delivery to the retina after intravitreal injection. To overcome this barrier, we intend to perforate the ILM by use of a light-based approach which relies on the creation of vapor nanobubbles (VNBs) when irradiating photosensitizers with high intensity laser pulses. Upon collapse of these VNBs, mechanical effects can disrupt biological structures. As a photosensitizer, we explore indocyanine green (ICG) loaded nanoparticles (NPs) specifically designed for our application. In light of this, ICG liposomes and PLGA ICG NPs were characterized in terms of physicochemical properties, ICG incorporation and VNB formation. ICG liposomes were found to encapsulate significantly higher amounts of ICG compared to PLGA ICG NPs which is reflected in their VNB creating capacity. Since only ICG liposomes were able to induce VNB generation, this class of NPs was further investigated on retinal explants. Here, application of ICG liposomes followed by laser treatment resulted in subtle disruption effects at the ILM where zones of fully ablated ILM were alternated by intact regions. As the interaction between the ICG liposomes and ILM might be insufficient, active targeting strategies or other NP designs might improve the concept to a further extent.
Collapse
|
9
|
Development of Cyanine 813@Imidazole-Based Doped Supported Devices for Divalent Metal Ions Detection. CHEMOSENSORS 2022. [DOI: 10.3390/chemosensors10020080] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/22/2022]
Abstract
A NIR cyanine@imidazole derivative Cy1 was synthesized and evaluated as a metal ion sensor in solution. Cy1 was shown to be very sensitive to all metal ions tested, presenting a blue shift in the absorption from 668 nm to 633 nm, followed by a change in colour from pale green to blue with Zn2+, Cd2+, Co2+, Ni2+ and Hg2+ ions. Despite the blue shift in the absorption, a decrease at 633 nm (with a colour change from pale green to colourless), as well as a quenching in the emission intensity at 785 nm were observed for Cu2+ ions. The results show the formation of sandwich complexes of two ligands per metal ion with the highest association constant observed for Cu2+ (Log Kass.abs = 14.76 ± 0.09; Log Kass.emis. = 14.79 ± 0.06). The minimal detectable amounts were found to be 31 nM and 37 nM, with a naked eye detection of 2.9 ppm and 2.1 ppm for Hg2+ and Cu2+ ions, respectively. These results prompted us to explore the applicability of Cy1 by its combination with nanomaterials. Thus, Cy1@ doped MNs and Cy1@ doped PMMA nanoparticles were synthesized. Both nanosystems were shown to be very sensitive to Cu2+ ions in water, allowing a naked-eye detection of at least 1 ppm for Cy1@ doped MNs and 7 ppm for Cy1@ doped PMMA. This colourimetric response is an easy and inexpensive way to assess the presence of metals in aqueous media with no need for further instrumentation.
Collapse
|
10
|
Fan Z, Zhuang C, Wang S, Zhang Y. Photodynamic and Photothermal Therapy of Hepatocellular Carcinoma. Front Oncol 2021; 11:787780. [PMID: 34950591 PMCID: PMC8688153 DOI: 10.3389/fonc.2021.787780] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/01/2021] [Accepted: 11/22/2021] [Indexed: 01/10/2023] Open
Abstract
Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is the most common primary liver tumor. It is ranked the sixth most common neoplasm and the third most common cause of cancer mortality. At present, the most common treatment for HCC is surgery, but the 5-year recurrence rates are still high. Patients with early stage HCC with few nodules can be treated with resection or radiofrequency ablation (RFA); while for multinodular HCC, transarterial chemoembolization (TACE) has been the first-line treatment. In recent years, based on medical engineering cooperation, nanotechnology has been increasingly applied to the treatment of cancer. Photodynamic therapy and photothermal therapy are effective for cancer. This paper summarizes the latest progress of photodynamic therapy and photothermal therapy for HCC, with the aim of providing new ideas for the treatment of HCC.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Zhe Fan
- Department of General Surgery, the Third People's Hospital of Dalian, Dalian Medical University, Dalian, China.,Department of Central Laboratory, the Third People's Hospital of Dalian, Dalian Medical University, Dalian, China
| | - Chengjun Zhuang
- Department of Critical Care Medicine, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Dalian Medical University, Dalian, China
| | - Shuang Wang
- Department of Endocrinology, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Dalian Medical University, Dalian, China
| | - Yewei Zhang
- Department of Hepatobiliary and Pancreatic Surgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Nanjing, China
| |
Collapse
|
11
|
Tang L, Zhang A, Mei Y, Xiao Q, Xu X, Wang W. NIR Light-Triggered Chemo-Phototherapy by ICG Functionalized MWNTs for Synergistic Tumor-Targeted Delivery. Pharmaceutics 2021; 13:pharmaceutics13122145. [PMID: 34959425 PMCID: PMC8709090 DOI: 10.3390/pharmaceutics13122145] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/22/2021] [Revised: 12/06/2021] [Accepted: 12/10/2021] [Indexed: 01/10/2023] Open
Abstract
The combinational application of photothermal therapy (PTT), chemotherapy, and nanotechnology is a booming therapeutic strategy for cancer treatment. Multi-walled carbon nanotube (MWNT) is often utilized as drug carrier in biomedical fields with excellent photothermal properties, and indocyanine green (ICG) is a near-infrared (NIR) dye approved by FDA. In addition, ICG is also a photothermal agent that can strongly absorb light energy for tumor ablation. Herein, we explored a synergistic strategy by connecting MWNT and a kind of ICG derivate ICG-NH2 through hyaluronic acid (HA) that possesses CD44 receptor targeting ability, which largely enhanced the PTT effect of both MWNT and ICG-NH2. To realize the synergistic therapeutic effect of chemotherapy and phototherapy, doxorubicin (DOX) was attached on the wall of MWNT via π-π interaction to obtain the final MWNT-HA-ICG/DOX nanocomplexes. Both in vitro and in vivo experiments verified the great therapeutic efficacy of MWNT-HA-ICG/DOX nanocomplexes, which was characterized by improved photothermal performance, strengthened cytotoxicity, and elevated tumor growth inhibition based on MCF-7 tumor models. Therefore, this synergistic strategy we report here might offer a new idea with promising application prospect for cancer treatment.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Lu Tang
- State Key Laboratory of Natural Medicines, Department of Pharmaceutics, School of Pharmacy, China Pharmaceutical University, Nanjing 210009, China; (L.T.); (A.Z.); (Y.M.); (Q.X.); (X.X.)
- NMPA Key Laboratory for Research and Evaluation of Pharmaceutical Preparations and Excipients, China Pharmaceutical University, Nanjing 210009, China
| | - Aining Zhang
- State Key Laboratory of Natural Medicines, Department of Pharmaceutics, School of Pharmacy, China Pharmaceutical University, Nanjing 210009, China; (L.T.); (A.Z.); (Y.M.); (Q.X.); (X.X.)
- NMPA Key Laboratory for Research and Evaluation of Pharmaceutical Preparations and Excipients, China Pharmaceutical University, Nanjing 210009, China
| | - Yijun Mei
- State Key Laboratory of Natural Medicines, Department of Pharmaceutics, School of Pharmacy, China Pharmaceutical University, Nanjing 210009, China; (L.T.); (A.Z.); (Y.M.); (Q.X.); (X.X.)
- NMPA Key Laboratory for Research and Evaluation of Pharmaceutical Preparations and Excipients, China Pharmaceutical University, Nanjing 210009, China
| | - Qiaqia Xiao
- State Key Laboratory of Natural Medicines, Department of Pharmaceutics, School of Pharmacy, China Pharmaceutical University, Nanjing 210009, China; (L.T.); (A.Z.); (Y.M.); (Q.X.); (X.X.)
- NMPA Key Laboratory for Research and Evaluation of Pharmaceutical Preparations and Excipients, China Pharmaceutical University, Nanjing 210009, China
| | - Xiangting Xu
- State Key Laboratory of Natural Medicines, Department of Pharmaceutics, School of Pharmacy, China Pharmaceutical University, Nanjing 210009, China; (L.T.); (A.Z.); (Y.M.); (Q.X.); (X.X.)
- NMPA Key Laboratory for Research and Evaluation of Pharmaceutical Preparations and Excipients, China Pharmaceutical University, Nanjing 210009, China
| | - Wei Wang
- State Key Laboratory of Natural Medicines, Department of Pharmaceutics, School of Pharmacy, China Pharmaceutical University, Nanjing 210009, China; (L.T.); (A.Z.); (Y.M.); (Q.X.); (X.X.)
- NMPA Key Laboratory for Research and Evaluation of Pharmaceutical Preparations and Excipients, China Pharmaceutical University, Nanjing 210009, China
- Correspondence:
| |
Collapse
|
12
|
Liang P, Mao L, Dong Y, Zhao Z, Sun Q, Mazhar M, Ma Y, Yang S, Ren W. Design and Application of Near-Infrared Nanomaterial-Liposome Hybrid Nanocarriers for Cancer Photothermal Therapy. Pharmaceutics 2021; 13:2070. [PMID: 34959351 PMCID: PMC8704010 DOI: 10.3390/pharmaceutics13122070] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/30/2021] [Revised: 11/09/2021] [Accepted: 11/26/2021] [Indexed: 01/04/2023] Open
Abstract
Liposomes are attractive carriers for targeted and controlled drug delivery receiving increasing attention in cancer photothermal therapy. However, the field of creating near-infrared nanomaterial-liposome hybrid nanocarriers (NIRN-Lips) is relatively little understood. The hybrid nanocarriers combine the dual superiority of nanomaterials and liposomes, with more stable particles, enhanced photoluminescence, higher tumor permeability, better tumor-targeted drug delivery, stimulus-responsive drug release, and thus exhibiting better anti-tumor efficacy. Herein, this review covers the liposomes supported various types of near-infrared nanomaterials, including gold-based nanomaterials, carbon-based nanomaterials, and semiconductor quantum dots. Specifically, the NIRN-Lips are described in terms of their feature, synthesis, and drug-release mechanism. The design considerations of NIRN-Lips are highlighted. Further, we briefly introduced the photothermal conversion mechanism of NIRNs and the cell death mechanism induced by photothermal therapy. Subsequently, we provided a brief conclusion of NIRNs-Lips applied in cancer photothermal therapy. Finally, we discussed a synopsis of associated challenges and future perspectives for the applications of NIRN-Lips in cancer photothermal therapy.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Pan Liang
- National Traditional Chinese Medicine Clinical Research Base and Drug Research Center of the Affiliated Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital of Southwest Medical University, Luzhou 646000, China; (P.L.); (L.M.); (Y.D.); (Q.S.); (M.M.); (Y.M.)
- College of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, Southwest Medical University, Luzhou 646000, China
| | - Linshen Mao
- National Traditional Chinese Medicine Clinical Research Base and Drug Research Center of the Affiliated Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital of Southwest Medical University, Luzhou 646000, China; (P.L.); (L.M.); (Y.D.); (Q.S.); (M.M.); (Y.M.)
- College of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, Southwest Medical University, Luzhou 646000, China
| | - Yanli Dong
- National Traditional Chinese Medicine Clinical Research Base and Drug Research Center of the Affiliated Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital of Southwest Medical University, Luzhou 646000, China; (P.L.); (L.M.); (Y.D.); (Q.S.); (M.M.); (Y.M.)
- College of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, Southwest Medical University, Luzhou 646000, China
| | - Zhenwen Zhao
- Beijing National Laboratory for Molecular Sciences, CAS Research/Education Center for Excellence in Molecular Sciences, Key Laboratory of Analytical Chemistry for Living Biosystems, Institute of Chemistry Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing Mass Spectrum Center, Beijing 100190, China;
| | - Qin Sun
- National Traditional Chinese Medicine Clinical Research Base and Drug Research Center of the Affiliated Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital of Southwest Medical University, Luzhou 646000, China; (P.L.); (L.M.); (Y.D.); (Q.S.); (M.M.); (Y.M.)
- College of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, Southwest Medical University, Luzhou 646000, China
| | - Maryam Mazhar
- National Traditional Chinese Medicine Clinical Research Base and Drug Research Center of the Affiliated Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital of Southwest Medical University, Luzhou 646000, China; (P.L.); (L.M.); (Y.D.); (Q.S.); (M.M.); (Y.M.)
- College of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, Southwest Medical University, Luzhou 646000, China
| | - Yining Ma
- National Traditional Chinese Medicine Clinical Research Base and Drug Research Center of the Affiliated Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital of Southwest Medical University, Luzhou 646000, China; (P.L.); (L.M.); (Y.D.); (Q.S.); (M.M.); (Y.M.)
- College of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, Southwest Medical University, Luzhou 646000, China
| | - Sijin Yang
- National Traditional Chinese Medicine Clinical Research Base and Drug Research Center of the Affiliated Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital of Southwest Medical University, Luzhou 646000, China; (P.L.); (L.M.); (Y.D.); (Q.S.); (M.M.); (Y.M.)
- College of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, Southwest Medical University, Luzhou 646000, China
| | - Wei Ren
- National Traditional Chinese Medicine Clinical Research Base and Drug Research Center of the Affiliated Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital of Southwest Medical University, Luzhou 646000, China; (P.L.); (L.M.); (Y.D.); (Q.S.); (M.M.); (Y.M.)
- College of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, Southwest Medical University, Luzhou 646000, China
| |
Collapse
|