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Wang J, He X, Jia Z, Yan A, Xiao K, Liu S, Hou M, Long Y, Ding X. Shenqi Fuzheng injection restores the sensitivity to gefitinib in non-small cell lung cancer by inhibiting the IL-22/STAT3/AKT pathway. PHARMACEUTICAL BIOLOGY 2024; 62:33-41. [PMID: 38100532 PMCID: PMC10732196 DOI: 10.1080/13880209.2023.2292266] [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: 05/27/2023] [Accepted: 12/03/2023] [Indexed: 12/17/2023]
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CONTEXT Non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) is the most common type of lung cancer. Gefitinib is a first-line treatment for NSCLC. However, its effectiveness is hindered by the development of drug resistance. At present, Shenqi Fuzheng injection (SFI) is widely accepted as an adjuvant therapy in NSCLC. OBJECTIVE This study investigates the molecular mechanism of SFI when combined with gefitinib in regulating cell progression among EGFR-TKI-resistant NSCLC. MATERIALS AND METHODS We established gefitinib-resistant PC9-GR cells by exposing gefitinib escalation from 10 nM with the indicated concentrations of SFI in PC9 cells (1, 4, and 8 mg/mL). Quantitative real-time polymerase chain reaction was performed to assess gene expression. PC9/GR and H1975 cells were treated with 50 ng/mL of interleukin (IL)-22 alone or in combination with 10 mg/mL of SFI. STAT3, p-STAT3, AKT, and p-AKT expression were evaluated using Western blot. The effects on cell proliferation, clonogenicity, and apoptosis in NSCLC cells were assessed by 3-(4,5-dimethylthiazol-2-yl)-2,5-diphenyltetrazolium bromide (MTT), colony formation and flow cytometry assays. RESULTS SFI treatment alleviated the development of gefitinib resistance in NSCLC. PC9/GR and H1975 cells treated with SFI significantly exhibited a reduction in IL-22 protein and mRNA overexpression levels. SFI effectively counteracted the activation of the STAT3/AKT signaling pathway induced by adding exogenous IL-22 to PC9/GR and H1975 cells. Moreover, IL-22 combined with gefitinib markedly increased cell viability while reducing apoptosis. In contrast, combining SFI with gefitinib and the concurrent treatment of SFI with gefitinib and IL-22 demonstrated the opposite effect. DISCUSSION AND CONCLUSION SFI can be a valuable therapeutic option to address gefitinib resistance in NSCLC by suppressing the IL-22/STAT3/AKT pathway.
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- Jiali Wang
- School of Basic Medicine and Clinical Pharmacy, China Pharmaceutical University, Nanjing, China
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- School of Basic Medicine and Clinical Pharmacy, China Pharmaceutical University, Nanjing, China
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- School of Basic Medicine and Clinical Pharmacy, China Pharmaceutical University, Nanjing, China
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- Jiangsu Food & Pharmaceutical Science College, Jiangsu Food Science College, Huanan, China
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- School of Basic Medicine and Clinical Pharmacy, China Pharmaceutical University, Nanjing, China
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- School of Basic Medicine and Clinical Pharmacy, China Pharmaceutical University, Nanjing, China
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- School of Basic Medicine and Clinical Pharmacy, China Pharmaceutical University, Nanjing, China
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- School of Basic Medicine and Clinical Pharmacy, China Pharmaceutical University, Nanjing, China
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- School of Basic Medicine and Clinical Pharmacy, China Pharmaceutical University, Nanjing, China
- Precision Medicine Laboratory, School of Basic Medicine and Clinical Pharmacy, China Pharmaceutical University, Nanjing, China
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Lan T, He S, Luo X, Pi Z, Lai W, Jiang C, Gan J, Wei S, Wu Z, Yun C, Leng J, Li C. Disruption of NADPH homeostasis by total flavonoids from Adinandra nitida Merr. ex Li leaves triggers ROS-dependent p53 activation leading to apoptosis in non-small cell lung cancer cells. JOURNAL OF ETHNOPHARMACOLOGY 2024; 332:118340. [PMID: 38762212 DOI: 10.1016/j.jep.2024.118340] [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: 01/10/2024] [Revised: 05/03/2024] [Accepted: 05/11/2024] [Indexed: 05/20/2024]
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ETHNOPHARMACOLOGICAL RELEVANCE Adinandra nitida Merr. ex Li leaves serve as a herbal tea and hold a significant role in traditional Chinese medicine, being applied to assist in tumor treatment. Flavonoids present the primary bioactive constituents in Adinandra nitida Merr. ex Li leaves. AIM OF THE STUDY To explore the potential of total flavonoids from Adinandra nitida Merr. ex Li Leaves (TFAN) in inhibiting non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) and further elucidate the underlying mechanisms. MATERIALS AND METHODS Human NSCLC cell lines and normal lung cell line were employed to assess the impact of TFAN (0-160 μg/mL for 24, 28 and 72 h) on cell proliferation in vitro. Immunofluorescence (IF) staining gauged p53 expression changes in NSCLC cells under TFAN present condition (150 μg/mL for 24 h). In vivo study utilized NSCLC cell derived xenograft tumors in nude mice, administering TFAN orally (200 and 400 mg/kg) for 14 days. Immunohistochemistry assessed Cleaved Caspase 3 expression change in A549 xenograft tumors treated with TFAN (400 mg/kg for 14 days). RNA-seq and KEGG analysis identified gene expression changes and enriched processes in A549 xenograft tumors treated with TFAN. CM-H2DCFDA and metabolomics assessed ROS level and GSH/GSSG pool changes in A549 cells under TFAN present condition. Cell viability assay and IF staining assessed A549 cell proliferation and p53 expression changes under H2O2-induced oxidative stress (0-40 μM for 24 h) and TFAN present conditions. GSEA and N-Acetyl-L-cysteine (NAC) rescue (0-1 μM for 24 h) analyzed the impact of TFAN on GSH de novo synthesis. NADPH/NADP+ pool measurement and NADPH rescue (0-10 μM for 24 h) analyzed the impact of TFAN on GSH salvage synthesis. GC-FID and HPLC-MS were utilized to detect ethanol and ethyl acetate residues, and to characterize the chemical constituents in TFAN, respectively. The total flavonoid content of TFAN was determined using a 330 nm wavelength. RESULTS TFAN significantly inhibited A549 cells (wild-type p53) but not NCI-H1299 cells (p53-deficient), NCI-H596 cells (p53-mutant) or BEAS-2B in vitro. IF staining validated p53 genotype for the cell lines and revealed an increase in p53 expression in A549 cells after TFAN treatment. In vivo, TFAN selectively inhibited A549 xenograft tumor growth without discernible toxicity, inducing apoptosis evidenced by Cleaved Caspase 3 upregulation. RNA-seq and KEGG analysis suggested ROS biosynthesis was involved in TFAN-induced p53 activation in A549 cells. Elevated ROS level in TFAN-treated A549 cells were observed. Moreover, TFAN sensitized A549 cells to H2O2-induced oxidative stress, with higher p53 expression. Additionally, A549 cells compensated with GSH de novo synthesis under TFAN present condition, confirmed by GSEA and NAC rescue experiment. TFAN disrupted NADPH homeostasis to impair GSH salvage biosynthesis, supported by NADPH/NADP+ change and NADPH rescue experiment. The chemical constituents of TFAN, with acceptable limits for ethanol and ethyl acetate residues and a total flavonoid content of 68.87%, included Catechin, Epicatechin, Quercitroside, Camellianin A, and Apigenin. CONCLUSION The disruption of NADPH homeostasis by TFAN triggers ROS-dependent p53 activation that leads to apoptotic cell death, ultimately suppressing NSCLC growth. These findings offer potential therapeutic implications of Adinandra nitida Merr. ex Li leaves in combating NSCLC.
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- Taijin Lan
- West China School of Basic Medical Sciences & Forensic Medicine, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610041, China; Key Laboratory of Integrative Translational Medicine of Guangxi High Incidence Infectious Diseases, Nanning 530200, China; School of Preclinical Medicine, Guangxi University of Chinese Medicine, Nanning 530200, China
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- Guangxi Institute for Food and Drug Control, Nanning 530021, China
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- School of Preclinical Medicine, Guangxi University of Chinese Medicine, Nanning 530200, China
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- School of Preclinical Medicine, Guangxi University of Chinese Medicine, Nanning 530200, China
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- School of Preclinical Medicine, Guangxi University of Chinese Medicine, Nanning 530200, China
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- School of Preclinical Medicine, Guangxi University of Chinese Medicine, Nanning 530200, China
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- School of Preclinical Medicine, Guangxi University of Chinese Medicine, Nanning 530200, China
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- School of Preclinical Medicine, Guangxi University of Chinese Medicine, Nanning 530200, China
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- School of Preclinical Medicine, Guangxi University of Chinese Medicine, Nanning 530200, China
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- Key Laboratory of Integrative Translational Medicine of Guangxi High Incidence Infectious Diseases, Nanning 530200, China.
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- Key Laboratory of Integrative Translational Medicine of Guangxi High Incidence Infectious Diseases, Nanning 530200, China.
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- West China School of Basic Medical Sciences & Forensic Medicine, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610041, China.
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Yang L, Liu X, Yang W, Wang S, Li Z, Lei Y, Liu D. Effect of shenmai injection on anthracycline-induced cardiotoxicity: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Complement Ther Med 2024; 83:103053. [PMID: 38801910 DOI: 10.1016/j.ctim.2024.103053] [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: 01/30/2024] [Revised: 05/14/2024] [Accepted: 05/16/2024] [Indexed: 05/29/2024] Open
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OBJECTIVE Shenmai injection is a classic herbal prescription, and is often recommended for the treatment of anthracycline-induced cardiotoxicity. However, the efficacy and safety of Shenmai injection for the treatment of anthracycline-induced cardiotoxicity have not been reported. MATERIALS AND METHODS We conducted a comprehensive search of eight literature databases and two clinical trial registries, retrieving all randomized controlled trials (RCTs) related to the treatment of anthracycline-induced cardiotoxicity with Shenmai injection from the establishment of the databases to July 1, 2023. Data analysis was performed using the Meta package in RStudio and RevMan 5.4. The GRADE pro3.6.1 software was utilized for assessing the quality of evidence. RESULTS A total of 16 RCTs including 2140 patients were included in this study. Meta-analysis showed that Shenmai injection had an advantage in improving ST-T segment changes (RR = 0.28; 95 % CI, 0.20 to 0.39; P < 0.0001) (P < 0.01), creatine kinase isoenzyme (SMD = -3.49; 95 % CI, -5.24 to -1.74; P < 0.0001), Prolonged QT interval (RR = 0.46; 95 % CI, 0.28 to 0.75; P = 0.0018), Low QRS Voltage (RR = 0.44; 95 % CI, 0.27 to 0.71; P = 0.0007), sinus tachycardia (RR = 0.41; 95 % CI, 0.28 to 0.60; P < 0.0001), atrial premature beats (RR = 0.55; 95 % CI, 0.35 to 0.87; P = 0.01), Premature Ventricular Contractions (RR = 0.39; 95 % CI, 0.26 to 0.59; P < 0.0001) and creatine kinase (SMD = -1.43; 95 % CI, -2.57 to -0.29; P < 0.0001) in patients with anthracycline-induced cardiotoxicity. advantage, which was supported by sensitivity analyses, but not in improving left ventricular ejection fraction (MD = 16.01; 95 % CI, -3.10 to 35.12; P = 0.10) and atrioventricular block (RR = 0.49; 95 % CI, 0.24 to 1.03; P = 0.06). The literature included in the study did not refer to data regarding the safety aspects of Shenmai injection, so we do not yet know the safety of Shenmai injection. The results of subgroup analyses suggested that heterogeneity was not related to the administered dose and chemotherapy regimen. The publication bias test showed no publication bias. The quality of evidence for the results ranged from "very low" to "moderate." CONCLUSION This study suggests that Shenmai injection is effective in treating anthracycline-induced cardiotoxicity and is a potential treatment for anthracycline-induced cardiotoxicity. However, due to the poor methodological quality of the included RCTs, we recommend rigorous, high-quality, large-sample trials to confirm our findings.
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- Lili Yang
- School of Pharmacy, Gansu University of Chinese Medicine, Lanzhou, Gansu, China
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- School of Pharmacy, Gansu University of Chinese Medicine, Lanzhou, Gansu, China
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- School of Pharmacy, Gansu University of Chinese Medicine, Lanzhou, Gansu, China
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- School of Pharmacy, Gansu University of Chinese Medicine, Lanzhou, Gansu, China
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- School of Pharmacy, Gansu University of Chinese Medicine, Lanzhou, Gansu, China
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- Shaanxi University of Chinese Medicine, Xianyang, China.
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- School of Pharmacy, Gansu University of Chinese Medicine, Lanzhou, Gansu, China; Gansu Pharmaceutical Industry Innovation Research Institute, Lanzhou, Gansu, China.
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Song S, Tai L, Xu Y, Jiang J, Zhou L, Zhao J. Lathyrol reduces the RCC invasion and incidence of EMT via affecting the expression of AR and SPHK2 in RCC mice. Discov Oncol 2024; 15:264. [PMID: 38965120 PMCID: PMC11224167 DOI: 10.1007/s12672-024-01130-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/03/2024] [Accepted: 06/27/2024] [Indexed: 07/06/2024] Open
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OBJECTIVE To investigate the effects of Lathyrol on the expression of androgen receptor (AR) and sphingosine kinase 2 (SPHK2) in renal cell carcinoma (RCC) mice and to further explore the mechanism by which Lathyrol inhibits the invasion and incidence of epithelial-mesenchymal transition (EMT). METHODS An RCC xenograft mouse model was constructed, and the mice were randomly divided into a model group, an experiment group and a negative control group. The experiment group was intragastrically gavaged with Lathyrol solution (20 mg/kg), the model group was intragastrically gavaged with 0.9% NaCl (same volume as that used in the experiment group), and the negative control group was injected intraperitoneally with 2 mg/kg cisplatin aqueous solution. Changes in the body weight and tumor volume of the mice were recorded. Western blot (WB) was used to assess the protein expression levels of AR, p-AR, CYP17A1, PARP1, E-cadherin, N-cadherin, vimentin, α-SMA, β-catenin, and ZO-1. Protein expression levels of SPHK2, metal matrix protease 2 (MMP2), MMP9 and urokinase-type plasminogen activator (uPA) in tumor tissues were assessed by immunohistochemistry (IHC). AR expression in tumor tissues was assessed after immunofluorescence (IF) staining. RESULTS After 14 days of drug administration, compared with that in the model group, the tumor volumes in the negative control and experiment groups were lower; the difference in tumor volume among the model, control and experiment groups was statistically significant (P < 0.05). The differences in body weight among the three groups were not statistically significant (P > 0.05). In the model group, the protein expression levels of AR, p-AR, CYP17A1, SPHK2, and PARP1 were relatively increased, the protein expression levels of E-cadherin and ZO-1 were relatively reduced (P < 0.05), and the protein expression levels of N-cadherin, β-catenin, vimentin, and α-SMA were relatively increased (P < 0.05). In the negative control and experiment groups, the protein expression levels of AR, p-AR, CYP17A1, SPHK2, and PARP1 were relatively decreased (P < 0.05), the protein expression levels of E-cadherin and ZO-1 were relatively increased (P < 0.05), and the protein expression levels of N-cadherin, β-catenin, vimentin and α-SMA were relatively decreased (P < 0.05). CONCLUSION Lathyrol and cisplatin inhibit the proliferation of RCC xenografts, reduce the protein expression levels of AR, CYP17A1, SPHK2, PARP1, E-cadherin, and ZO-1 in tumor tissues (P < 0.05), and promote the protein expression levels of N-cadherin, β-catenin, vimentin and α-SMA (P < 0.05). Therefore, Lathyrol reduces RCC invasion and EMT by affecting the expression of AR and SPHK2 in RCC mice.
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- Shengyou Song
- Department of Urology, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Henan University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Zhengzhou, 450002, Henan, China
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- Department of Urology, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Henan University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Zhengzhou, 450002, Henan, China
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- Department of Urology, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Henan University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Zhengzhou, 450002, Henan, China
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- Department of Urology, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Henan University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Dongfeng Road 6#, Zhengzhou, 450002, Henan, China
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- Department of Urology, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Henan University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Dongfeng Road 6#, Zhengzhou, 450002, Henan, China
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- Department of Urology, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Henan University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Dongfeng Road 6#, Zhengzhou, 450002, Henan, China.
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Jia R, Meng D, Geng W. Advances in the anti-tumor mechanisms of saikosaponin D. Pharmacol Rep 2024:10.1007/s43440-024-00569-6. [PMID: 38965200 DOI: 10.1007/s43440-024-00569-6] [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: 09/16/2023] [Revised: 01/24/2024] [Accepted: 01/25/2024] [Indexed: 07/06/2024]
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Saikosaponin D, a saponin compound, is extracted from Bupleurum and is a principal active component of the plant. It boasts a variety of pharmacologic effects including anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, immunomodulatory, metabolic, and anti-tumor properties, drawing significant attention in anti-tumor research in recent years. Research indicates that saikosaponin D inhibits the proliferation of numerous tumor cells, curbing the progression of cancers such as liver, pancreatic, lung, glioma, ovarian, thyroid, stomach, and breast cancer. Its anti-tumor mechanisms largely involve inhibiting tumor cell proliferation, promoting tumor cell apoptosis, thwarting tumor-cell invasion, and modulating tumor cell autophagy. Moreover, saikosaponin D enhances the sensitivity to anti-tumor drugs and augments body immunity. Given its multi-faceted anti-tumor roles, saikosaponin D offers promising potential in anti-tumor therapy. This paper reviews recent studies on its anti-tumor effects, aiming to furnish new theoretical insights for clinical cancer treatments.
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- Ruixue Jia
- School of Chinese Medicine, Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Jinan, 250355, People's Republic of China
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- School of Chinese Medicine, Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Jinan, 250355, People's Republic of China
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- Shandong Provincial Maternal and Child Health Care Hospital Affiliated to Qingdao University, Jinan, 250014, China.
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Al Azzani M, Nizami ZN, Magramane R, Sekkal MN, Eid AH, Al Dhaheri Y, Iratni R. Phytochemical-mediated modulation of autophagy and endoplasmic reticulum stress as a cancer therapeutic approach. Phytother Res 2024. [PMID: 38961675 DOI: 10.1002/ptr.8283] [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: 01/20/2024] [Revised: 05/30/2024] [Accepted: 06/13/2024] [Indexed: 07/05/2024]
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Autophagy and endoplasmic reticulum (ER) stress are conserved processes that generally promote survival, but can induce cell death when physiological thresholds are crossed. The pro-survival aspects of these processes are exploited by cancer cells for tumor development and progression. Therefore, anticancer drugs targeting autophagy or ER stress to induce cell death and/or block the pro-survival aspects are being investigated extensively. Consistently, several phytochemicals have been reported to exert their anticancer effects by modulating autophagy and/or ER stress. Various phytochemicals (e.g., celastrol, curcumin, emodin, resveratrol, among others) activate the unfolded protein response to induce ER stress-mediated apoptosis through different pathways. Similarly, various phytochemicals induce autophagy through different mechanisms (namely mechanistic target of Rapamycin [mTOR] inhibition). However, phytochemical-induced autophagy can function either as a cytoprotective mechanism or as programmed cell death type II. Interestingly, at times, the same phytochemical (e.g., 6-gingerol, emodin, shikonin, among others) can induce cytoprotective autophagy or programmed cell death type II depending on cellular contexts, such as cancer type. Although there is well-documented mechanistic interplay between autophagy and ER stress, only a one-way modulation was noted with some phytochemicals (carnosol, capsaicin, cryptotanshinone, guangsangon E, kaempferol, and δ-tocotrienol): ER stress-dependent autophagy. Plant extracts are sources of potent phytochemicals and while numerous phytochemicals have been investigated in preclinical and clinical studies, the search for novel phytochemicals with anticancer effects is ongoing from plant extracts used in traditional medicine (e.g., Origanum majorana). Nonetheless, the clinical translation of phytochemicals, a promising avenue for cancer therapeutics, is hindered by several limitations that need to be addressed in future studies.
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- Mazoun Al Azzani
- Department of Biology, College of Science, United Arab Emirates University, Al Ain, United Arab Emirates
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- Department of Biology, College of Science, United Arab Emirates University, Al Ain, United Arab Emirates
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- Department of Biology, College of Science, United Arab Emirates University, Al Ain, United Arab Emirates
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- Department of Surgery, Specialty Orthopedic, Tawam Hospital, Al Ain, United Arab Emirates
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- Department of Basic Medical Sciences, College of Medicine, QU Health, Qatar University, Doha, Qatar
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- Department of Biology, College of Science, United Arab Emirates University, Al Ain, United Arab Emirates
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- Department of Biology, College of Science, United Arab Emirates University, Al Ain, United Arab Emirates
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Cui Y, Lan L, Lv J, Zhao B, Kong J, Lai Y. Chalcomoracin promotes apoptosis and endoplasmic reticulum stress in hepatocellular carcinoma cells. J Antibiot (Tokyo) 2024; 77:428-435. [PMID: 38724630 DOI: 10.1038/s41429-024-00732-4] [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: 09/21/2023] [Revised: 04/07/2024] [Accepted: 04/15/2024] [Indexed: 06/28/2024]
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Chalcomoracin (CMR), a Diels-Alder adduct obtained from mulberry leaves, demonstrated wide-spectrum anti-cancer activity. Herein, we aimed to explore the function of CMR and how it works in hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC). Human HCC cell lines Hep3B and SNU-387 were cultured and treated with various concentrations of CMR (1.5, 3, and 6 µM). Subsequently, the effects of CMR on cell viability, colony formation, apoptosis, migration, and invasion abilities were studied in vitro. Furthermore, the levels of endoplasmic reticulum (ER) stress-related proteins and mitogen-activated protein kinase (MAPK) pathway-related proteins in cells under CMR exposure were detected using western blot. Experiments in vivo were conducted to examine the effects of CMR on tumor growth in HCC. CMR administration inhibited the viability and clonogenic, migration, and invasion abilities, as well as promoted cell apoptosis and ER stress in Hep3B and SNU-387 cells. In addition, CMR treatment reduced the phosphorylation levels of ERK, P38, and JNK in the MAPK pathway. Moreover, an in vivo study showed that CMR administration could inhibit tumorigenesis and MAPK pathway activity in HCC. Our data indicate that CMR has the potential to inhibit the development of HCC, potentially through the inhibition of the MAPK pathway. These findings suggest that CMR may have promising applications as an anticancer agent in future therapeutics for HCC.
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- Yongliang Cui
- Department of Hepatobiliary Pancreatic Surgery, Mengchao Hepatobiliary Hospital of Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou, Fujian, 350028, China
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- Department of Intensive Care Unit, Mengchao Hepatobiliary Hospital of Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou, Fujian, 350028, China
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- Department of Hepatobiliary Pancreatic Surgery, Mengchao Hepatobiliary Hospital of Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou, Fujian, 350028, China
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- The United Innovation of Mengchao Hepatobiliary Technology Key Laboratory of Fujian Province, Mengchao Hepatobiliary Hospital of Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou, Fujian, 350028, China
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- Department of Liver Disease, Mengchao Hepatobiliary Hospital of Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou, Fujian, 350028, China.
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- Department of Hepatobiliary Pancreatic Surgery, Mengchao Hepatobiliary Hospital of Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou, Fujian, 350028, China.
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Zhang G, Hu J, Li A, Zhang H, Guo Z, Li X, You Z, Wang Y, Jing Z. Ginsenoside Rg5 inhibits glioblastoma by activating ferroptosis via NR3C1/HSPB1/NCOA4. PHYTOMEDICINE : INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF PHYTOTHERAPY AND PHYTOPHARMACOLOGY 2024; 129:155631. [PMID: 38640858 DOI: 10.1016/j.phymed.2024.155631] [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: 12/13/2023] [Revised: 03/02/2024] [Accepted: 04/11/2024] [Indexed: 04/21/2024]
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BACKGROUND The utilization of Chinese medicine as an adjunctive therapy for cancer has recently gained significant attention. Ferroptosis, a newly regulated cell death process depending on the ferrous ions, has been proved to be participated in glioma stem cells inactivation. PURPOSE We aim to study whether ginsenoside Rg5 exerted inhibitory effects on crucial aspects of glioma stem cells, including cell viability, tumor initiation, invasion, self-renewal ability, neurosphere formation, and stemness. METHODS Through comprehensive sequencing analysis, we identified a compelling association between ginsenoside Rg5 and the ferroptosis pathway, which was further validated through subsequent experiments demonstrating its ability to activate this pathway. RESULTS To elucidate the precise molecular targets affected by ginsenoside Rg5 in gliomas, we conducted an intersection analysis between differentially expressed genes obtained from sequencing and a database-predicted list of transcription factors and potential targets of ginsenoside Rg5. This rigorous approach led us to unequivocally confirm NR3C1 (Nuclear Receptor Subfamily 3 Group C Member 1) as a direct target of ginsenoside Rg5, a finding consistently supported by subsequent experimental investigations. Moreover, we uncovered NR3C1's capacity to transcriptionally regulate ferroptosis -related genes HSPB1 and NCOA4. Strikingly, ginsenoside Rg5 induced notable alterations in the expression levels of both HSPB1 (Heat Shock Protein Family B Member 1) and NCOA4 (Nuclear Receptor Coactivator 4). Finally, our intracranial xenograft assays served to reaffirm the inhibitory effect of ginsenoside Rg5 on the malignant progression of glioblastoma. CONCLUSION These collective findings strongly suggest that ginsenoside Rg5 hampers glioblastoma progression by activating ferroptosis through NR3C1, which subsequently modulates HSPB1 and NCOA4. Importantly, this novel therapeutic direction holds promise for advancing the treatment of glioblastoma.
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- Guoqing Zhang
- Department of Neurosurgery, the First Hospital of China Medical University, No. 155 North Nanjing Street, Shenyang, 110001, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, the First Hospital of China Medical University, No. 155 North Nanjing Street, Shenyang, 110001, China
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- Emergency department, Liaoning Provincial People Hospital, Shenyang, 110016, China
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- International Education College, Liaoning University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, No. 79 Chongshan East Road, Shenyang, Liaoning, 110042, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, the First Hospital of China Medical University, No. 155 North Nanjing Street, Shenyang, 110001, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, the First Hospital of China Medical University, No. 155 North Nanjing Street, Shenyang, 110001, China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, the First Hospital of China Medical University, No. 155 North Nanjing Street, Shenyang, 110001, China
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- Department of Radiology, the First Hospital of China Medical University, No. 155 North Nanjing Street, Shenyang, 110001, PR China.
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- Department of Neurosurgery, the First Hospital of China Medical University, No. 155 North Nanjing Street, Shenyang, 110001, China.
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Li GG, Chu XF, Xing YM, Xue X, Ihtisham B, Liang XF, Xu JX, Mi Y, Zheng PY. Baicalin Prevents Colon Cancer by Suppressing CDKN2A Protein Expression. Chin J Integr Med 2024:10.1007/s11655-024-4109-6. [PMID: 38941045 DOI: 10.1007/s11655-024-4109-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 01/31/2024] [Indexed: 06/29/2024]
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OBJECTIVE To observe the therapeutic effects and underlying mechanism of baicalin against colon cancer. METHODS The effects of baicalin on the proliferation and growth of colon cancer cells MC38 and CT26. WT were observed and predicted potential molecular targets of baicalin for colon cancer therapy were studied by network pharmacology. Furthermore, molecular docking and drug affinity responsive target stability (DARTS) analysis were performed to confirm the interaction between potential targets and baicalin. Finally, the mechanisms predicted by in silico analyses were experimentally verified in-vitro and in-vivo. RESULTS Baicalin significantly inhibited proliferation, invasion, migration, and induced apoptosis in MC38 and CT26 cells (all P<0.01). Additionally, baicalin caused cell cycle arrest at the S phase, while the G0/G1 phase was detected in the tiny portion of the cells. Subsequent network pharmacology analysis identified 6 therapeutic targets associated with baicalin, which potentially affect various pathways including 39 biological processes and 99 signaling pathways. In addition, molecular docking and DARTS predicted the potential binding of baicalin with cyclin dependent kinase inhibitor 2A (CDKN2A), protein kinase B (AKT), caspase 3, and mitogen-activated protein kinase (MAPK). In vitro, the expressions of CDKN2A, MAPK, and p-AKT were suppressed by baicalin in MC38 and CT26 cells. In vivo, baicalin significantly reduced the tumor size and weight (all P<0.01) in the colon cancer mouse model via inactivating p-AKT, CDKN2A, cyclin dependent kinase 4, cyclin dependent kinase 2, interleukin-1, tumor necrosis factor α, and activating caspase 3 and mouse double minute 2 homolog signaling (all P<0.05). CONCLUSION Baicalin suppressed the CDKN2A protein level to prevent colon cancer and could be used as a therapeutic target for colon cancer.
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- Gang-Gang Li
- Henan Key Laboratory of Helicobacter pylori, Microbiota and Gastrointestinal Cancers, Marshall Medical Research Center, Fifth Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, 400015, China
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- Henan Key Laboratory of Helicobacter pylori, Microbiota and Gastrointestinal Cancers, Marshall Medical Research Center, Fifth Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, 400015, China
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- Henan Key Laboratory of Helicobacter pylori, Microbiota and Gastrointestinal Cancers, Marshall Medical Research Center, Fifth Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, 400015, China
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- Henan Key Laboratory of Helicobacter pylori, Microbiota and Gastrointestinal Cancers, Marshall Medical Research Center, Fifth Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, 400015, China
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- Henan Key Laboratory of Helicobacter pylori, Microbiota and Gastrointestinal Cancers, Marshall Medical Research Center, Fifth Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, 400015, China
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- Henan Key Laboratory of Helicobacter pylori, Microbiota and Gastrointestinal Cancers, Marshall Medical Research Center, Fifth Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, 400015, China
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- Henan Key Laboratory of Helicobacter pylori, Microbiota and Gastrointestinal Cancers, Marshall Medical Research Center, Fifth Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, 400015, China
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- Henan Key Laboratory of Helicobacter pylori, Microbiota and Gastrointestinal Cancers, Marshall Medical Research Center, Fifth Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, 400015, China
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- Henan Key Laboratory of Helicobacter pylori, Microbiota and Gastrointestinal Cancers, Marshall Medical Research Center, Fifth Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, 400015, China.
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Hua Y, Shen Y. Applications of self-assembled peptide hydrogels in anti-tumor therapy. NANOSCALE ADVANCES 2024; 6:2993-3008. [PMID: 38868817 PMCID: PMC11166105 DOI: 10.1039/d4na00172a] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/29/2024] [Accepted: 04/29/2024] [Indexed: 06/14/2024]
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Peptides are a class of active substances composed of a variety of amino acids with special physiological functions. The rational design of peptide sequences at the molecular level enables their folding into diverse secondary structures. This property has garnered significant attention in the biomedical sphere owing to their favorable biocompatibility, adaptable mechanical traits, and exceptional loading capabilities. Concurrently with advancements in modern medicine, the diagnosis and treatment of tumors have increasingly embraced targeted and personalized approaches. This review explores recent applications of self-assembled peptides derived from natural amino acids in chemical therapy, immunotherapy, and other adjunctive treatments. We highlighted the utilization of peptide hydrogels as delivery systems for chemotherapeutic drugs and other bioactive molecules and then discussed the challenges and prospects for their future application.
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- Yue Hua
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Zhongda Hospital, School of Medicine, Southeast University Nanjing Jiangsu 210009 China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Zhongda Hospital, School of Medicine, Southeast University Nanjing Jiangsu 210009 China
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Fang T, Liu L, Liu W. Exploring the mechanism of fraxetin against acute myeloid leukemia through cell experiments and network pharmacology. BMC Complement Med Ther 2024; 24:226. [PMID: 38858650 PMCID: PMC11163689 DOI: 10.1186/s12906-024-04529-8] [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: 03/26/2023] [Accepted: 05/30/2024] [Indexed: 06/12/2024] Open
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OBJECTIVE Previous studies have shown that fraxetin has antitumor activity in a variety of tumors, but its role in acute myeloid leukemia (AML) remains unclear. In this study, we aimed to evaluate the anti-AML effect of fraxetin through cell experiments and network pharmacology analysis. METHODS The inhibitory and apoptotic effects of fraxetin on AML cells were determined by CCK-8 and flow cytometry experiments. Potential targets of fraxetin and AML-related targets were screened using public databases. PPI network, GO functional enrichment and KEGG pathway enrichment analyses were performed to predict the hub targets and signaling pathways by which fraxetin alleviates AML. Molecular docking was used to determine the fraxetin binding sites on hub targets. Using the GEPIA database, the expression of hub targets was analyzed in relation to the overall survival of AML patients. RESULTS Cell experiments showed that fraxetin inhibits AML cell proliferation and induces apoptosis. To explore the potential mechanism of fraxetin, 29 shared targets of fraxetin and AML were obtained through screening online public databases. Among them, AKT1, TNF, SRC, etc., are related to AML cell apoptosis. The expression levels of SRC, NOS3, VAV1, LYN, and PTGS1 were associated with the overall survival of AML patients (p value < 0.05). The enrichment analysis results identified the main pathways, namely, focal adhesion and the PI3K-AKT signaling pathway, that affected the proliferation and apoptosis of AML cells. The analysis of hub targets of the PPI network showed that AKT1, TNF, CTNNB1, etc., were hub targets, which were related to the proliferation and apoptosis of AML cells. The results of molecular docking showed that the hub targets had good binding with fraxetin. CONCLUSION Fraxetin may inhibit AML cell proliferation and induce AML cell apoptosis through multiple targets, such as AKT1, SRC, and EGFR, and multiple pathways, such as focal adhesion and the PI3K-AKT signaling pathway.
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- Tingting Fang
- Department of Pediatrics (Children Hematological Oncology), Children Hematological Oncology and Birth Defects Laboratory, Sichuan Clinical Research Center for Birth Defects, The Affiliated Hospital of Southwest Medical University, Luzhou, Sichuan, 646000, China
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- Department of Pediatrics (Children Hematological Oncology), Children Hematological Oncology and Birth Defects Laboratory, Sichuan Clinical Research Center for Birth Defects, The Affiliated Hospital of Southwest Medical University, Luzhou, Sichuan, 646000, China
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- Department of Pediatrics (Children Hematological Oncology), Children Hematological Oncology and Birth Defects Laboratory, Sichuan Clinical Research Center for Birth Defects, The Affiliated Hospital of Southwest Medical University, Luzhou, Sichuan, 646000, China.
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Zhou Z, Nan Y, Li X, Ma P, Du Y, Chen G, Ning N, Huang S, Gu Q, Li W, Yuan L. Hawthorn with "homology of medicine and food": a review of anticancer effects and mechanisms. Front Pharmacol 2024; 15:1384189. [PMID: 38915462 PMCID: PMC11194443 DOI: 10.3389/fphar.2024.1384189] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/08/2024] [Accepted: 04/29/2024] [Indexed: 06/26/2024] Open
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Over the past few years, there has been a gradual increase in the incidence of cancer, affecting individuals at younger ages. With its refractory nature and substantial fatality rate, cancer presents a notable peril to human existence and wellbeing. Hawthorn, a medicinal food homology plant belonging to the Crataegus genus in the Rosaceae family, holds great value in various applications. Due to its long history of medicinal use, notable effects, and high safety profile, hawthorn has garnered considerable attention and plays a crucial role in cancer treatment. Through the integration of modern network pharmacology technology and traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), a range of anticancer active ingredients in hawthorn have been predicted, identified, and analyzed. Studies have shown that ingredients such as vitexin, isoorientin, ursolic acid, and maslinic acid, along with hawthorn extracts, can effectively modulate cancer-related signaling pathways and manifest anticancer properties via diverse mechanisms. This review employs network pharmacology to excavate the potential anticancer properties of hawthorn. By systematically integrating literature across databases such as PubMed and CNKI, the review explores the bioactive ingredients with anticancer effects, underlying mechanisms and pathways, the synergistic effects of drug combinations, advancements in novel drug delivery systems, and ongoing clinical trials concerning hawthorn's anticancer properties. Furthermore, the review highlights the preventive health benefits of hawthorn in cancer prevention, offering valuable insights for clinical cancer treatment and the development of TCM with anticancer properties that can be used for both medicinal and edible purposes.
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- Ziying Zhou
- Department of Pharmacy, General Hospital of Ningxia Medical University, Yinchuan, China
- College of Pharmacy, Ningxia Medical University, Yinchuan, China
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- Key Laboratory of Ningxia Minority Medicine Modernization Ministry of Education, Ningxia Medical University, Yinchuan, China
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- College of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Ningxia Medical University, Yinchuan, China
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- Department of Pharmacy, General Hospital of Ningxia Medical University, Yinchuan, China
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- College of Pharmacy, Ningxia Medical University, Yinchuan, China
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- College of Pharmacy, Ningxia Medical University, Yinchuan, China
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- College of Pharmacy, Ningxia Medical University, Yinchuan, China
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- College of Pharmacy, Ningxia Medical University, Yinchuan, China
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- College of Pharmacy, Ningxia Medical University, Yinchuan, China
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- Department of Chinese Medical Gastrointestinal, The Affiliated TCM Hospital of Ningxia Medical University, Wuzhong, China
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- College of Pharmacy, Ningxia Medical University, Yinchuan, China
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Gui H, Fan X. Anti-tumor effect of dandelion flavone on multiple myeloma cells and its mechanism. Discov Oncol 2024; 15:215. [PMID: 38850433 PMCID: PMC11162407 DOI: 10.1007/s12672-024-01076-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/14/2024] [Accepted: 06/03/2024] [Indexed: 06/10/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Multiple myeloma (MM) is a prevalent hematologic malignancy characterized by the uncontrolled proliferation of monoclonal plasma cells in the bone marrow and excessive monoclonal immunoglobulin production, leading to organ damage. Despite therapeutic advancements, recurrence and drug resistance remain significant challenges. OBJECTIVE This study investigates the effects of dandelion flavone (DF) on MM cell proliferation, migration, and invasion, aiming to elucidate the mechanisms involved in MM metastasis and to explore the potential of traditional Chinese medicine in MM therapy. METHODS DF's impact on myeloma cell viability was evaluated using the CCK-8 and colony formation assays. Cell mobility and invasiveness were assessed through wound healing and transwell assays, respectively. RT-PCR was employed to quantify mRNA levels of MMP-2, MMP-9, TIMP-1, and TIMP-2. Apoptotic rates and molecular markers were analyzed via flow cytometry and RT-PCR. The PI3K/AKT signaling pathway was studied using Western blot and ELISA, with IGF-1 and the PI3K inhibitor LY294002 used to validate the findings. RESULTS DF demonstrated dose-dependent inhibitory effects on MM cell proliferation, migration, and invasion. It reduced mRNA levels of MMP-2 and MMP-9 while increasing those of TIMP-1 and TIMP-2. Furthermore, DF enhanced the expression of pro-apoptotic proteins and inhibited M2 macrophage polarization by targeting key molecules and enzymes. The anti-myeloma activity of DF was mediated through the inhibition of the PI3K/AKT pathway, as evidenced by diminished phosphorylation and differential effects in the presence of IGF-1 and LY294002. CONCLUSION By modulating the PI3K/AKT pathway, DF effectively inhibits MM cell proliferation, migration, and invasion, and induces apoptosis, establishing a novel therapeutic strategy for MM based on traditional Chinese medicine.
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- Hua Gui
- Hematology Department, QingPu Branch of ZhongShan Hospital Affiliated to Fudan University, 1158 Park Road(E), Qingpu, Shanghai, China
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- Hematology Department, QingPu Branch of ZhongShan Hospital Affiliated to Fudan University, 1158 Park Road(E), Qingpu, Shanghai, China.
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Wang J, Li L, Zhou J, Pan X, Qi Q, Sun H, Wang L. Yishen Huatan Huoxue decoction and quercetin ameliorate decidualization dysfunction in polycystic ovary syndrome: A comprehensive investigation combining clinical trial and experimental studies. Drug Discov Ther 2024; 18:117-129. [PMID: 38644207 DOI: 10.5582/ddt.2024.01003] [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] [Indexed: 04/23/2024]
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Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a common gynecological endocrine disorder characterized by a complex pathogenesis and limited treatment options. Yishen Huatan and Huoxue decoction (YHHD), as a traditional Chinese Medicine formula, has shown effectiveness in treating PCOS. However, the specific mechanisms by which YHHD exerts its therapeutic effects remain unclear. In this study, we performed to investigate the therapeutic effects of YHHD and quercetin on dehydroepiandrosterone-induced PCOS mice, and examine the effect of quercetin on the decidualization of T-HESCs under hyperinsulinemic conditions. The results showed that YHHD could reduce early miscarriage rates in PCOS patients and significantly improved glucose metabolism disorders, sex hormone levels, and the estrous cycles in PCOS mice. Quercetin could alleviate effect of high insulin levels and restore the low expression of insulin receptor substrate1/2 (IRS1/2) and glucose transporte 4 (GLUT4) in T-HESCs, demonstrating its potential to mitigate hyperinsulin-induced decidualization dysfunction via the GLUT4 signaling pathway mediated by IRS1/2. This study provides valuable molecular insights of YHHD and highlight the therapeutic potential of quercetin in treating decidualization dysfunction in PCOS.
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- Jing Wang
- Laboratory for Reproductive Immunology, Obstetrics and Gynecology Hospital of Fudan University, Shanghai, China
- The Academy of Integrative Medicine of Fudan University, Shanghai, China
- Shanghai Key Laboratory of Female Reproductive Endocrine-related Diseases, Shanghai, China
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- Laboratory for Reproductive Immunology, Obstetrics and Gynecology Hospital of Fudan University, Shanghai, China
- The Academy of Integrative Medicine of Fudan University, Shanghai, China
- Shanghai Key Laboratory of Female Reproductive Endocrine-related Diseases, Shanghai, China
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- Laboratory for Reproductive Immunology, Obstetrics and Gynecology Hospital of Fudan University, Shanghai, China
- The Academy of Integrative Medicine of Fudan University, Shanghai, China
- Shanghai Key Laboratory of Female Reproductive Endocrine-related Diseases, Shanghai, China
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- Laboratory for Reproductive Immunology, Obstetrics and Gynecology Hospital of Fudan University, Shanghai, China
- The Academy of Integrative Medicine of Fudan University, Shanghai, China
- Shanghai Key Laboratory of Female Reproductive Endocrine-related Diseases, Shanghai, China
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- Laboratory for Reproductive Immunology, Obstetrics and Gynecology Hospital of Fudan University, Shanghai, China
- The Academy of Integrative Medicine of Fudan University, Shanghai, China
- Shanghai Key Laboratory of Female Reproductive Endocrine-related Diseases, Shanghai, China
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- Laboratory for Reproductive Immunology, Obstetrics and Gynecology Hospital of Fudan University, Shanghai, China
- The Academy of Integrative Medicine of Fudan University, Shanghai, China
- Shanghai Key Laboratory of Female Reproductive Endocrine-related Diseases, Shanghai, China
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- Laboratory for Reproductive Immunology, Obstetrics and Gynecology Hospital of Fudan University, Shanghai, China
- The Academy of Integrative Medicine of Fudan University, Shanghai, China
- Shanghai Key Laboratory of Female Reproductive Endocrine-related Diseases, Shanghai, China
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Wang K, Qiu H, Chen F, Cai P, Qi F. Considering traditional Chinese medicine as adjunct therapy in the management of chronic constipation by regulating intestinal flora. Biosci Trends 2024; 18:127-140. [PMID: 38522913 DOI: 10.5582/bst.2024.01036] [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] [Indexed: 03/26/2024]
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Chronic constipation is one of the most common gastrointestinal disorders worldwide. Due to changes in diet, lifestyle, and the aging population, the incidence of chronic constipation has increased year by year. It has had an impact on daily life and poses a considerable economic burden. Nowadays, many patients with chronic constipation try to seek help from complementary and alternative therapies, and traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) is often their choice. The intestinal flora play an important role in the pathogenesis of constipation by affecting the body's metabolism, secretion, and immunity. Regulating the intestinal flora and optimizing its composition might become an important prevention and treatment for chronic constipation. TCM has unique advantages in regulating the imbalance of intestinal flora, and its curative effect is precise. Therefore, we reviewed the relationship between intestinal flora and chronic constipation as well as advances in research on TCM as adjunct therapy in the management of chronic constipation by regulating intestinal flora. Some single Chinese herbs and their active ingredients (e.g., Rheum palmatum, Radix Astragalus, and Cistanche deserticola), some traditional herbal formulations (e.g., Jichuan decoction, Zengye decoction, and Zhizhu decoction) and some Chinese patent medicines (e.g., Maren pills and Shouhui Tongbian capsules) that are commonly used to treat chronic constipation by regulating intestinal flora are highlighted and summarized. Moreover, some external forms of TCM, and especially acupuncture, have also been found to improve intestinal movement and alleviate constipation symptoms by regulating intestinal flora. We hope this review can contribute to an understanding of TCM as an adjunct therapy for chronic constipation and that it can provide useful information for the development of more effective constipation therapies.
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- Ke Wang
- The First Clinical Medical College, Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Ji'nan, China
- Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shandong Provincial Hospital affiliated with Shandong First Medical University, Ji'nan, China
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- Gynecology, Jinan Municipal Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Ji'nan, China
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- Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shandong Provincial Hospital affiliated with Shandong First Medical University, Ji'nan, China
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- Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shandong Provincial Hospital affiliated with Shandong First Medical University, Ji'nan, China
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- Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shandong Provincial Hospital affiliated with Shandong First Medical University, Ji'nan, China
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Cao LJ, Liu LY, Chen YQ, Han YY, Wei LH, Yao MY, Fang Y, Wu MZ, Cheng Y, Sferra TJ, Liu HX, Li L, Peng J, Shen AL. Pien Tze Huang Inhibits Proliferation of Colorectal Cancer Cells through Suppressing PNO1 Expression and Activating p53/p21 Signaling Pathway. Chin J Integr Med 2024; 30:515-524. [PMID: 38216838 DOI: 10.1007/s11655-024-3709-5] [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] [Accepted: 06/02/2023] [Indexed: 01/14/2024]
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OBJECTIVE To explore the regulatory effect of Pien Tze Huang (PZH) on targeting partner of NOB1 (PNO1) and it's down-stream mediators in colorectal cancer (CRC) cells. METHODS Quantitative polymerase chain reaction was performed to determine mRNA levels of PNO1, TP53, and CDKN1A. Western blotting was performed to determine protein levels of PNO1, p53, and p21. HCT-8 cells were transduced with a lentivirus over-expressing PNO1. Colony formation assay was used to detect cell survival in PNO1 overexpression of HCT-8 cells after PZH treatment. Cell-cycle distribution, cell viability and cell apoptosis were performed to identify the effect of PNO1 overexpression on cell proliferation and apoptosis of HCT-8 cells after PZH treatment. Xenograft BALB/c nude mice bearing HCT116 cells transduced with sh-PNO1 or sh-Ctrl lentivirus were evaluated. Western blot assay was performed to detect PNO1, p53, p21 and PCNA expression in tumor sections. Terminal deoxynucleotidyl transferase dUTP nick end labling (TUNEL) assay was used to determine the apoptotic cells in tissues. RESULTS PZH treatment decreased cell viability, down-regulated PNO1 expression, and up-regulated p53 and p21 expressions in HCT-8 cells (P<0.05). PNO1 overexpression attenuated the effects of PZH treatment, including the expression of p53 and p21, cell growth, cell viability, cell cycle arrest and cell apoptosis in vitro (P<0.05). PNO1 knockdown eliminated the effects of PZH treatment on tumor growth, inhibiting cell proliferation inhibition and apoptosis induction in vivo (P<0.05). Similarly, PNO1 knockdown attenuated the effects of PZH treatment on the down-regulation of PNO1 and up-regulation of p53 and p21 in vivo (P<0.05). CONCLUSION The mechanism by which PZH induces its CRC anti-proliferative effect is at least in part by regulating the expression of PNO1 and its downstream targets p53 and p21.
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- Liu-Jing Cao
- Clinical Research Institute, the Second Affiliated Hospital & Academy of Integrative Medicine, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou, 350122, China
- Fujian Key Laboratory of Integrative Medicine in Geriatrics, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou, 350122, China
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- Clinical Research Institute, the Second Affiliated Hospital & Academy of Integrative Medicine, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou, 350122, China
- Fujian Key Laboratory of Integrative Medicine in Geriatrics, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou, 350122, China
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- Department of Pediatrics, Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, UH Rainbow Babies and Children's Hospital, Cleveland, OH, 44106, USA
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- Clinical Research Institute, the Second Affiliated Hospital & Academy of Integrative Medicine, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou, 350122, China
- Fujian Key Laboratory of Integrative Medicine in Geriatrics, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou, 350122, China
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- Clinical Research Institute, the Second Affiliated Hospital & Academy of Integrative Medicine, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou, 350122, China
- Fujian Key Laboratory of Integrative Medicine in Geriatrics, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou, 350122, China
- Innovation and Transformation Center, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou, 350122, China
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- Clinical Research Institute, the Second Affiliated Hospital & Academy of Integrative Medicine, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou, 350122, China
- Fujian Key Laboratory of Integrative Medicine in Geriatrics, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou, 350122, China
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- Clinical Research Institute, the Second Affiliated Hospital & Academy of Integrative Medicine, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou, 350122, China
- Fujian Key Laboratory of Integrative Medicine in Geriatrics, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou, 350122, China
- Innovation and Transformation Center, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou, 350122, China
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- Clinical Research Institute, the Second Affiliated Hospital & Academy of Integrative Medicine, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou, 350122, China
- Fujian Key Laboratory of Integrative Medicine in Geriatrics, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou, 350122, China
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- Clinical Research Institute, the Second Affiliated Hospital & Academy of Integrative Medicine, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou, 350122, China
- Fujian Key Laboratory of Integrative Medicine in Geriatrics, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou, 350122, China
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- Department of Pediatrics, Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, UH Rainbow Babies and Children's Hospital, Cleveland, OH, 44106, USA
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- Clinical Research Institute, the Second Affiliated Hospital & Academy of Integrative Medicine, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou, 350122, China
- Fujian Key Laboratory of Integrative Medicine in Geriatrics, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou, 350122, China
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- Department of Health Management, Fujian Provincial Hospital, Shengli Clinical College of Fujian Medical University, Fuzhou, 000000, China
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- Clinical Research Institute, the Second Affiliated Hospital & Academy of Integrative Medicine, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou, 350122, China
- Fujian Key Laboratory of Integrative Medicine in Geriatrics, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou, 350122, China
- Innovation and Transformation Center, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou, 350122, China
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- Clinical Research Institute, the Second Affiliated Hospital & Academy of Integrative Medicine, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou, 350122, China.
- Fujian Key Laboratory of Integrative Medicine in Geriatrics, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou, 350122, China.
- Innovation and Transformation Center, Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou, 350122, China.
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Ying Y, Wu H, Chen X, Zhou J, Sun Y, Fang L. Electrical acupoint stimulation for the treatment of chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Heliyon 2024; 10:e30965. [PMID: 38799757 PMCID: PMC11126857 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2024.e30965] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/28/2024] [Revised: 05/07/2024] [Accepted: 05/08/2024] [Indexed: 05/29/2024] Open
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Background Chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting (CINV) is the most common adverse effect of chemotherapy and affects the continuation of chemotherapy in cancer patients. Electrical acupoint stimulation (EAS), which includes electroacupuncture and transcutaneous electrical stimulation (TES), has been used to treat CINV. This meta-analysis aimed to evaluate the efficacy of EAS in the treatment of CINV. Methods Randomized controlled trials (RCTs) of EAS for CINV retrieved form five key databases. Two researchers independently performed article screening, data extraction and data integration. The Cochrane Collaboration's tool for assessing risk of bias was used to assesse the methodological quality according to Cochrane Handbook for Systematic Reviews of Interventions. RevMan 5.4 was used to perform analyses. Results 10 RCTs with a total of 950 participants were included. The results showed that there was no significant difference between EAS compared to sham EAS in terms of increasing the rate of complete control of CINV and decreasing the overall incidence of CINV [RR = 1.26, 95 % CI (0.96, 1.66), P = 0.95; RR = 1.16, 95 % CI (0.97, 1.40), p = 0.71]. In terms of CINV severity, EAS reduced the occurrence of moderate-to-severe CINV [RR = 0.60, 95 % CI (0.38, 0.94), P = 0.03; RR = 0.50, 95 % CI (0.33, 0.76), P = 0.001]. Conclusion EAS could improve moderate-to-severe CINV. However, EAS did not show a significant difference in reducing overall incidence and improving complete control rates compared with sham EAS. Due to limitations in the quality of the included articles, the available studies are insufficient to have sufficient evidence to confirm the efficacy of EAS for CINV. Validation with rigorously designed, large-sample, high-quality clinical trial studies may also be needed.
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- Yi Ying
- Department of Traditional Chinese Medicine, XianJu People's Hospital, Hangzhou Medical College, 317399, Xianju, Zhejiang, China
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- Department of Endocrinology, Zhejiang Provincial People's Hospital, Hangzhou Medical College, 310014, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China
- Key Laboratory of Endocrine Gland Diseases of Zhejiang Province, 310014, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China
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- Department of Traditional Chinese Medicine, XianJu People's Hospital, Hangzhou Medical College, 317399, Xianju, Zhejiang, China
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- Department of Traditional Chinese Medicine, XianJu People's Hospital, Hangzhou Medical College, 317399, Xianju, Zhejiang, China
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- Department of Traditional Chinese Medicine, XianJu People's Hospital, Hangzhou Medical College, 317399, Xianju, Zhejiang, China
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- Department of Traditional Chinese Medicine, XianJu People's Hospital, Hangzhou Medical College, 317399, Xianju, Zhejiang, China
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Lu YC, Tseng LW, Wu CE, Yang CW, Yang TH, Chen HY. Can Chinese herbal medicine offer feasible solutions for newly diagnosed esophageal cancer patients with malnutrition? a multi-institutional real-world study. Front Pharmacol 2024; 15:1364318. [PMID: 38855746 PMCID: PMC11157104 DOI: 10.3389/fphar.2024.1364318] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/02/2024] [Accepted: 05/06/2024] [Indexed: 06/11/2024] Open
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Background Esophageal cancer (EC) is a major cause of cancer-related mortality in Taiwan and globally. Patients with EC are highly prone to malnutrition, which adversely affects their prognosis. While Chinese herbal medicine (CHM) is commonly used alongside conventional anti-cancer treatments, its long-term impact on EC patients with malnutrition remains unclear. Methods This study utilized a multi-center cohort from the Chang Gung Research Database, focusing on the long-term outcomes of CHM in EC patients with malnutrition between 1 January 2001, and 31 December 2018. Patients were monitored for up to 5 years or until death. Overall survival (OS) rates were calculated using the Kaplan-Meier method. Overlap weighting and landmark analysis were employed to address confounding and immortal time biases. Additionally, the study analyzed prescription data using a CHM network to identify key CHMs for EC with malnutrition, and potential molecular pathways were investigated using the Reactome database. Results EC patients with malnutrition who used CHM had a higher 5-year OS compared with nonusers (22.5% vs. 9% without overlap weighting; 24.3% vs. 13.3% with overlap weighting; log-rank test: p = 0.006 and 0.016, respectively). The median OS of CHM users was significantly longer than that of nonusers (19.8 vs. 12.9 months, respectively). Hazard ratio (HR) analysis showed a 31% reduction in all-cause mortality risk for CHM users compared with nonusers (HR: 0.69, 95% confidence interval: 0.50-0.94, p = 0.019). We also examined 665 prescriptions involving 306 CHM, with Hedyotis diffusa Willd. exhibiting the highest frequency of use. A CHM network was created to determine the primary CHMs and their combinations. The identified CHMs were associated with the regulation of immune and metabolic pathways, particularly in areas related to immune modulation, anti-cancer cachexia, promotion of digestion, and anti-tumor activity. Conclusion The results of this study suggest a correlation between CHM use and improved clinical outcomes in EC patients with malnutrition. The analysis identified core CHMs and combinations of formulations that play a crucial role in immunomodulation and metabolic regulation. These findings lay the groundwork for more extensive research on the use of CHM for the management of malnutrition in patients with EC.
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- Yi-Chin Lu
- Division of Chinese Internal Medicine, Center for Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Taoyuan, Taiwan
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- Division of Chinese Acupuncture and Traumatology, Center of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Taoyuan, Taiwan
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- Division of Haematology-Oncology, Department of Internal Medicine, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital at Linkou, Chang Gung University College of Medicine, Taoyuan, Taiwan
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- Division of Chinese Internal Medicine, Center for Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Taoyuan, Taiwan
- School of Traditional Chinese Medicine, College of Medicine, Chang Gung University, Taoyuan, Taiwan
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- Division of Chinese Internal Medicine, Center for Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Taoyuan, Taiwan
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- Division of Chinese Internal Medicine, Center for Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Taoyuan, Taiwan
- School of Traditional Chinese Medicine, College of Medicine, Chang Gung University, Taoyuan, Taiwan
- Graduate Institute of Clinical Medical Sciences, College of Medicine, Chang Gung University, Taoyuan, Taiwan
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He Z, Liu X, Qin S, Yang Q, Na J, Xue Z, Zhong L. Anticancer Mechanism of Astragalus Polysaccharide and Its Application in Cancer Immunotherapy. Pharmaceuticals (Basel) 2024; 17:636. [PMID: 38794206 PMCID: PMC11124422 DOI: 10.3390/ph17050636] [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: 04/02/2024] [Revised: 05/06/2024] [Accepted: 05/08/2024] [Indexed: 05/26/2024] Open
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Astragalus polysaccharide (APS) derived from A. membranaceus plays a crucial role in traditional Chinese medicine. These polysaccharides have shown antitumor effects and are considered safe. Thus, they have become increasingly important in cancer immunotherapy. APS can limit the spread of cancer by influencing immune cells, promoting cell death, triggering cancer cell autophagy, and impacting the tumor microenvironment. When used in combination with other therapies, APS can enhance treatment outcomes and reduce toxicity and side effects. APS combined with immune checkpoint inhibitors, relay cellular immunotherapy, and cancer vaccines have broadened the application of cancer immunotherapy and enhanced treatment effectiveness. By summarizing the research on APS in cancer immunotherapy over the past two decades, this review elaborates on the anticancer mechanism of APS and its use in cancer immunotherapy and clinical trials. Considering the multiple roles of APS, this review emphasizes the importance of using APS as an adjunct to cancer immunotherapy and compares other polysaccharides with APS. This discussion provides insights into the specific mechanism of action of APS, reveals the molecular targets of APS for developing effective clinical strategies, and highlights the wide application of APS in clinical cancer therapy in the future.
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- Ziqing He
- State Key Laboratory of Targeting Oncology, National Center for International Research of Bio-Targeting Theranostics, Guangxi Key Laboratory of Bio-Targeting Theranostics, Collaborative Innovation Center for Targeting Tumor Diagnosis and Therapy, Guangxi Medical University, Nanning 530021, China; (Z.H.); (X.L.); (S.Q.); (Q.Y.); (J.N.)
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- State Key Laboratory of Targeting Oncology, National Center for International Research of Bio-Targeting Theranostics, Guangxi Key Laboratory of Bio-Targeting Theranostics, Collaborative Innovation Center for Targeting Tumor Diagnosis and Therapy, Guangxi Medical University, Nanning 530021, China; (Z.H.); (X.L.); (S.Q.); (Q.Y.); (J.N.)
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- State Key Laboratory of Targeting Oncology, National Center for International Research of Bio-Targeting Theranostics, Guangxi Key Laboratory of Bio-Targeting Theranostics, Collaborative Innovation Center for Targeting Tumor Diagnosis and Therapy, Guangxi Medical University, Nanning 530021, China; (Z.H.); (X.L.); (S.Q.); (Q.Y.); (J.N.)
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- State Key Laboratory of Targeting Oncology, National Center for International Research of Bio-Targeting Theranostics, Guangxi Key Laboratory of Bio-Targeting Theranostics, Collaborative Innovation Center for Targeting Tumor Diagnosis and Therapy, Guangxi Medical University, Nanning 530021, China; (Z.H.); (X.L.); (S.Q.); (Q.Y.); (J.N.)
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- State Key Laboratory of Targeting Oncology, National Center for International Research of Bio-Targeting Theranostics, Guangxi Key Laboratory of Bio-Targeting Theranostics, Collaborative Innovation Center for Targeting Tumor Diagnosis and Therapy, Guangxi Medical University, Nanning 530021, China; (Z.H.); (X.L.); (S.Q.); (Q.Y.); (J.N.)
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- State Key Laboratory of Targeting Oncology, National Center for International Research of Bio-Targeting Theranostics, Guangxi Key Laboratory of Bio-Targeting Theranostics, Collaborative Innovation Center for Targeting Tumor Diagnosis and Therapy, Guangxi Medical University, Nanning 530021, China; (Z.H.); (X.L.); (S.Q.); (Q.Y.); (J.N.)
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- State Key Laboratory of Targeting Oncology, National Center for International Research of Bio-Targeting Theranostics, Guangxi Key Laboratory of Bio-Targeting Theranostics, Collaborative Innovation Center for Targeting Tumor Diagnosis and Therapy, Guangxi Medical University, Nanning 530021, China; (Z.H.); (X.L.); (S.Q.); (Q.Y.); (J.N.)
- School of Pharmacy, Guangxi Medical University, Nanning 530021, China
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Zhang Y, Yang Q, Song B, Tang W, Yu F, Chen H, Ge P, Fang X, Pei B, Sun Q, Li X. Efficacy and safety of Piwei Peiyuan Prescription in the treatment of chronic atrophic gastritis: A multicenter, double-blind, double-simulated, randomized, controlled clinical trial. Medicine (Baltimore) 2024; 103:e37981. [PMID: 38728508 PMCID: PMC11081569 DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000037981] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/04/2024] [Accepted: 04/01/2024] [Indexed: 05/12/2024] Open
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The incidence of chronic atrophic gastritis (CAG) is on the rise due to the growing pressure in modern social life, increasing bad living habits and emotional disorders (such as anxiety and depression), and the aging of the population. Of note, digestive system diseases are the dominant diseases in the field of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM). Therefore, this study evaluated the efficacy and safety of Piwei Peiyuan Prescription, a TCM prescription, in the treatment of CAG through a multicenter, double-blind, randomized, controlled design. This research was organized by the Second Affiliated Hospital of Anhui University of TCM and simultaneously performed in 6 centers. A total of 120 CAG patients were included and randomized into 2 groups: group A (treatment with Piwei Peiyuan granules plus Weifuchun Simulant) and Group B (treatment with Weifuchun Tablets plus Piwei Peiyuan Simulant). These 2 groups were compared in terms of gastroscopy scores, TCM syndrome scores, and serological indicators at baseline and within 12 weeks after treatment. According to endoscopic biopsy for pathological observation, atrophy (2.56 ± 1.08 vs 3.00 ± 1.00, P = .028) and intestinal epithelial hyperplasia (1.00 ± 1.43 vs 1.69 ± 1.80, P = .043) scores were lower in group A than in group B. For the more, group A had higher effective rates for inflammation, atrophy, and intestinal metaplasia (IM) in various regions of the stomach, especially for atrophy/IM of the gastric angle (64%, P = .034) and atrophy/IM of the lesser curvature of gastric antrum (63%, P = .042) than group B. According to TCM syndrome scores, Piwei Peiyuan Prescription improved the scores of gastric distension (2.30 ± 1.13 vs 2.80 ± 0.99, P = .022), preference for warmth and pressure (1.44 ± 1.06 vs 1.36 ± 1.10, P = .041), and poor appetite and indigestion (0.78 ± 0.66 vs 1.32 ± 0.72, P = .018). GAS, MTL, and PGE2 expression was significantly elevated after treatment with Piwei Peiyuan Prescription (P < .001). Piwei Peiyuan Prescription is effective for CAG treatment with high safety.
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- Yi Zhang
- The Second Affiliated Hospital of Anhui University of Chinese Medicine, Hefei, China
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- Department of Spleen and Stomach, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Anhui University of Chinese Medicine, Hefei, China
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- Department of Spleen and Stomach, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Anhui University of Chinese Medicine, Hefei, China
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- Department of Spleen and Stomach, The Lu’an Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Lu’an, China
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- Department of Hepatobiliary, Spleen and Stomach, The Jieshou Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Jieshou, China
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- Department of Spleen and Stomach, The Chuzhou Hospital of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, Chuzhou, China
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- Department of Spleen and Stomach, The Ningguo Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Ningguo, China
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- Department of Spleen and Stomach, The Taihu County Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Anqing, China
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- The Second Affiliated Hospital of Anhui University of Chinese Medicine, Hefei, China
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- Department of Spleen and Stomach, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Anhui University of Chinese Medicine, Hefei, China
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- Department of Spleen and Stomach, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Anhui University of Chinese Medicine, Hefei, China
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Yuki M, Ishimori T, Kono S, Nagoshi S, Saito M, Isago H, Tamiya H, Fukuda K, Miyashita N, Ishii T, Matsuzaki H, Hiraishi Y, Saito A, Jo T, Nagase T, Mitani A. A Japanese herbal medicine (kampo), hochuekkito (TJ-41), has anti-inflammatory effects on the chronic obstructive pulmonary disease mouse model. Sci Rep 2024; 14:10361. [PMID: 38710754 PMCID: PMC11074295 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-024-60646-x] [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: 11/30/2023] [Accepted: 04/25/2024] [Indexed: 05/08/2024] Open
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Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a progressive disease that is characterized by chronic airway inflammation. A Japanese herbal medicine, hochuekkito (TJ-41), is prominently used for chronic inflammatory diseases in Japan. This study aimed to analyze the anti-inflammatory effect of TJ-41 in vivo and its underlying mechanisms. We created a COPD mouse model using intratracheal administration of porcine pancreatic elastase and lipopolysaccharide (LPS) and analyzed them with and without TJ-41 administration. A TJ-41-containing diet reduced inflammatory cell infiltration of the lungs in the acute and chronic phases and body weight loss in the acute phase. In vitro experiments revealed that TJ-41 treatment suppressed the LPS-induced inflammatory cytokines in BEAS-2B cells. Furthermore, TJ-41 administration activated the AMP-activated protein kinase (AMPK) pathway and inhibited the mechanistic target of the rapamycin (mTOR) pathway, both in cellular and mouse experiments. We concluded that TJ-41 administration reduced airway inflammation in the COPD mouse model, which might be regulated by the activated AMPK pathway, and inhibited the mTOR pathway.
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- Masaaki Yuki
- Department of Respiratory Medicine, The University of Tokyo, 7-3-1 Hongo, Bunkyo-Ku, Tokyo, 113-8655, Japan
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- Department of Respiratory Medicine, The University of Tokyo, 7-3-1 Hongo, Bunkyo-Ku, Tokyo, 113-8655, Japan
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- Department of Respiratory Medicine, The University of Tokyo, 7-3-1 Hongo, Bunkyo-Ku, Tokyo, 113-8655, Japan
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- Department of Respiratory Medicine, The University of Tokyo, 7-3-1 Hongo, Bunkyo-Ku, Tokyo, 113-8655, Japan
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- Department of Respiratory Medicine, The University of Tokyo, 7-3-1 Hongo, Bunkyo-Ku, Tokyo, 113-8655, Japan
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- Department of Respiratory Medicine, The University of Tokyo, 7-3-1 Hongo, Bunkyo-Ku, Tokyo, 113-8655, Japan
- Department of Clinical Laboratory Medicine, Graduate School of Medicine, The University of Tokyo Hospital, 7-3-1 Hongo, Bunkyo-Ku, Tokyo, 113-8655, Japan
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- Department of Respiratory Medicine, The University of Tokyo, 7-3-1 Hongo, Bunkyo-Ku, Tokyo, 113-8655, Japan
- Division for Health Service Promotion, The University of Tokyo, 7-3-1 Hongo, Bunkyo-Ku, Tokyo, 113-0033, Japan
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- Department of Respiratory Medicine, The University of Tokyo, 7-3-1 Hongo, Bunkyo-Ku, Tokyo, 113-8655, Japan
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- Department of Respiratory Medicine, The University of Tokyo, 7-3-1 Hongo, Bunkyo-Ku, Tokyo, 113-8655, Japan
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- Department of Respiratory Medicine, The University of Tokyo, 7-3-1 Hongo, Bunkyo-Ku, Tokyo, 113-8655, Japan
- Division for Health Service Promotion, The University of Tokyo, 7-3-1 Hongo, Bunkyo-Ku, Tokyo, 113-0033, Japan
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- Department of Respiratory Medicine, The University of Tokyo, 7-3-1 Hongo, Bunkyo-Ku, Tokyo, 113-8655, Japan
- Center for Epidemiology and Preventive Medicine, The University of Tokyo Hospital, 7-3-1 Hongo, Bunkyo-Ku, Tokyo, 113-8655, Japan
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- Department of Respiratory Medicine, The University of Tokyo, 7-3-1 Hongo, Bunkyo-Ku, Tokyo, 113-8655, Japan
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- Department of Respiratory Medicine, The University of Tokyo, 7-3-1 Hongo, Bunkyo-Ku, Tokyo, 113-8655, Japan
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- Department of Respiratory Medicine, The University of Tokyo, 7-3-1 Hongo, Bunkyo-Ku, Tokyo, 113-8655, Japan
- Department of Health Services Research, The University of Tokyo, 7-3-1 Hongo, Bunkyo-Ku, Tokyo, 113-8655, Japan
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- Department of Respiratory Medicine, The University of Tokyo, 7-3-1 Hongo, Bunkyo-Ku, Tokyo, 113-8655, Japan
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- Department of Respiratory Medicine, The University of Tokyo, 7-3-1 Hongo, Bunkyo-Ku, Tokyo, 113-8655, Japan.
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Yu JR, Liu YY, Gao YY, Qian LH, Qiu JL, Wang PP, Zhang GJ. Diterpenoid tanshinones inhibit gastric cancer angiogenesis through the PI3K/Akt/mTOR signaling pathway. JOURNAL OF ETHNOPHARMACOLOGY 2024; 324:117791. [PMID: 38301987 DOI: 10.1016/j.jep.2024.117791] [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: 10/20/2023] [Revised: 12/30/2023] [Accepted: 01/17/2024] [Indexed: 02/03/2024]
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ETHNOPHARMACOLOGICAL RELEVANCE Salvia miltiorrhiza Bunge is a kind of Chinese herbal medicine known for activating blood circulation and removing blood stasis, with the effect of cooling blood and eliminating carbuncles, and has been proven to have the effect of treating tumors. However, the inhibitory effect of Salvia miltiorrhiza Bunge extracts (Diterpenoid tanshinones) on tumors by inhibiting angiogenesis has not been studied in detail. AIM OF THE STUDY This study aimed to investigate the anti-gastric cancer effect of diterpenoid tanshinones (DT) on angiogenesis, including the therapeutic effects and pathways. MATERIALS AND METHODS This experiment utilized network pharmacology was used to identify relevant targets and pathways of Salvia miltiorrhiza Bunge-related components in the treatment of gastric cancer. The effects of DT on the proliferation and migration of human gastric cancer cell line SGC-7901 and human umbilical vein endothelial cell line HUVECs were evaluated, and changes in the expression of angiogenesis-related factors were measured. In vivo, experiments were conducted on nude mice to determine tumor activity, size, immunohistochemistry, and related proteins. RESULTS The findings showed that DT could inhibit the development of gastric cancer by suppressing the proliferation of gastric cancer cells, inducing apoptosis, and inhibiting invasion and metastasis. In addition, the content of angiogenesis-related factors and proteins was significantly altered in DT-affected cells and animals. CONCLUSIONS Results suggest that DT has potential as a therapeutic agent for the treatment of gastric cancer, as it can inhibit tumor growth and angiogenesis. It was also found that DT may affect the expression of the angiogenic factor VEGF through the PI3K/Akt/mTOR pathway, leading to the regulation of tumor angiogenesis. This study provides a new approach to the development of anti-tumor agents and has significant theoretical and clinical implications for the treatment of gastric cancer.
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- Jie-Ru Yu
- Key Laboratory of Blood-Stasis-Toxin Syndrome of Zhejiang Province, Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou, 310053, Zhejiang, China; Zhejiang Engineering Research Center for "Preventive Treatment" Smart Health of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou, 310053, Zhejiang, China; School of Basic Medical Sciences, Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou, 310053, Zhejiang, China
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- The First School of Clinical Medicine, Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou, 310053, Zhejiang, China
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- The First School of Clinical Medicine, Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou, 310053, Zhejiang, China
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- The First School of Clinical Medicine, Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou, 310053, Zhejiang, China
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- The First School of Clinical Medicine, Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou, 310053, Zhejiang, China
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- Zhejiang Cancer Hospital, Hangzhou Institute of Medicine (HIM), Chinese Academy of Sciences, Hangzhou, 310022, Zhejiang, China.
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- Key Laboratory of Blood-Stasis-Toxin Syndrome of Zhejiang Province, Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou, 310053, Zhejiang, China; Zhejiang Engineering Research Center for "Preventive Treatment" Smart Health of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou, 310053, Zhejiang, China; School of Basic Medical Sciences, Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou, 310053, Zhejiang, China.
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Hu Y, Yu X, Yang L, Xue G, Wei Q, Han Z, Chen H. Research progress on the antitumor effects of harmine. Front Oncol 2024; 14:1382142. [PMID: 38590646 PMCID: PMC10999596 DOI: 10.3389/fonc.2024.1382142] [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: 02/05/2024] [Accepted: 03/11/2024] [Indexed: 04/10/2024] Open
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Harmine is a naturally occurring β-carboline alkaloid originally isolated from Peganum harmala. As a major active component, harmine exhibits a broad spectrum of pharmacological properties, particularly remarkable antitumor effects. Recent mechanistic studies have shown that harmine can inhibit cancer cell proliferation and metastasis through epithelial-to-mesenchymal transition, cell cycle regulation, angiogenesis, and the induction of tumor cell apoptosis. Furthermore, harmine reduces drug resistance when used in combination with chemotherapeutic drugs. Despite its remarkable antitumor activity, the application of harmine is limited by its poor solubility and toxic side effects, particularly neurotoxicity. Novel harmine derivatives have demonstrated strong clinical application prospects, but further validation based on drug activity, acute toxicity, and other aspects is necessary. Here, we present a review of recent research on the action mechanism of harmine in cancer treatment and the development of its derivatives, providing new insights into its potential clinical applications and strategies for mitigating its toxicity while enhancing its efficacy.
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- Yonghua Hu
- Key Laboratory of the Digestive System Tumors of Gansu Province, Department of Tumor Center, The Second Hospital & Clinical Medical School, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, China
- The First Clinical Medical College, Gansu University of Chinese Medicine, Lanzhou, China
- Affiliated Hospital of Gansu University of Chinese Medicine, Lanzhou, China
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- The First Clinical Medical College, Gansu University of Chinese Medicine, Lanzhou, China
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- The First Clinical Medical College, Gansu University of Chinese Medicine, Lanzhou, China
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- The First Clinical Medical College, Gansu University of Chinese Medicine, Lanzhou, China
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- Affiliated Hospital of Gansu University of Chinese Medicine, Lanzhou, China
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- Key Laboratory of the Digestive System Tumors of Gansu Province, Department of Tumor Center, The Second Hospital & Clinical Medical School, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, China
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- Key Laboratory of the Digestive System Tumors of Gansu Province, Department of Tumor Center, The Second Hospital & Clinical Medical School, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, China
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Yang Y, Yuan L, Wang K, Lu D, Meng F, Xu D, Li W, Nan Y. The Role and Mechanism of Paeoniae Radix Alba in Tumor Therapy. Molecules 2024; 29:1424. [PMID: 38611704 PMCID: PMC11012976 DOI: 10.3390/molecules29071424] [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: 02/28/2024] [Revised: 03/17/2024] [Accepted: 03/19/2024] [Indexed: 04/14/2024] Open
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Tumors have a huge impact on human life and are now the main cause of disease-related deaths. The main means of treatment are surgery and radiotherapy, but they are more damaging to the organism and have a poor postoperative prognosis. Therefore, we urgently need safe and effective drugs to treat tumors. In recent years, Chinese herbal medicines have been widely used in tumor therapy as complementary and alternative therapies. Medicinal and edible herbs are popular and have become a hot topic of research, which not only have excellent pharmacological effects and activities, but also have almost no side effects. Therefore, as a typical medicine and food homology, some components of Paeoniae Radix Alba (PRA, called Baishao in China) have been shown to have good efficacy and safety against cancer. Numerous studies have also shown that Paeoniae Radix Alba and its active ingredients treat cancer through various pathways and are also one of the important components of many antitumor herbal compound formulas. In this paper, we reviewed the literature on the intervention of Paeoniae Radix Alba in tumors and its mechanism of action in recent years and found that there is a large amount of literature on its effect on total glucosides of paeony (TGP) and paeoniflorin (PF), as well as an in-depth discussion of the mechanism of action of Paeoniae Radix Alba and its main constituents, with a view to promote the clinical development and application of Paeoniae Radix Alba in the field of antitumor management.
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- Yating Yang
- Traditional Chinese Medicine College, Ningxia Medical University, Yinchuan 750004, China
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- College of Pharmacy, Ningxia Medical University, Yinchuan 750004, China
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- Traditional Chinese Medicine College, Ningxia Medical University, Yinchuan 750004, China
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- School of Clinical Medicine, Ningxia Medical University, Yinchuan 750004, China
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- Key Laboratory of Ningxia Minority Medicine Modernization, Ministry of Education, Ningxia Medical University, Yinchuan 750004, China
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- Traditional Chinese Medicine College, Ningxia Medical University, Yinchuan 750004, China
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- Department of Chinese Medical Gastrointestinal, The Affiliated TCM Hospital, Ningxia Medical University, Wuzhong 751100, China
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- Key Laboratory of Ningxia Minority Medicine Modernization, Ministry of Education, Ningxia Medical University, Yinchuan 750004, China
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Kong Q, Wang B, Zhong Y, Chen W, Sun J, Liu B, Dong J. Modified Bushen Yiqi Formula mitigates pulmonary inflammation and airway remodeling by inhibiting neutrophils chemotaxis and IL17 signaling pathway in rats with COPD. JOURNAL OF ETHNOPHARMACOLOGY 2024; 321:117497. [PMID: 38048893 DOI: 10.1016/j.jep.2023.117497] [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: 09/10/2023] [Revised: 11/15/2023] [Accepted: 11/22/2023] [Indexed: 12/06/2023]
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ETHNOPHARMACOLOGICAL RELEVANCE Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a major global health concern characterized by pulmonary inflammation and airway remodeling. Traditional Chinese medicine, such as Modified Jiawei Bushen Yiqi Formula (MBYF), has been used as a complementary therapy for COPD in China. AIM OF THE STUDY To investigate the therapeutic potential of MBYF in a rat model of COPD induced by cigarette smoke (CS) exposure and explore the underlying mechanism. MATERIALS AND METHODS The COPD rat model was established through 24 weeks of CS exposure, with MBYF administration starting in the 9th week. Pulmonary function, histological analysis, inflammatory cell count and molecular assays were employed to assess the effects of MBYF on airway remodeling, pulmonary inflammation, neutrophils chemotaxis and the IL17 signaling pathway. RESULTS MBYF treatment effectively delayed airway remodeling, as evidenced by improved pulmonary function parameters. Histological examination and bronchoalveolar lavage fluid analysis revealed that MBYF mitigated CS-induced pulmonary inflammation by reducing inflammatory cell infiltration. Pharmacological network analysis suggested that MBYF may act through the IL17 signaling pathway to regulate inflammatory responses. RNA-sequencing and molecular assays indicated that MBYF inhibited neutrophils chemotaxis through downregulating the CXCL1/CXCL5/CXCL8-CXCR2 axis, and suppressed IL17A, IL17F and its downstream cytokines, including IL6, TNFα, IL1β, and COX2. Furthermore, MBYF inhibited the activation of NF-κB and MAPKs in the IL17 signaling pathway. CONCLUSION MBYF exhibits potential as an adjunct or alternative treatment for COPD, effectively mitigating CS-induced pulmonary inflammation and airway remodeling through the inhibition of neutrophil chemotaxis and IL17 signaling pathway.
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- Qing Kong
- Department of Integrative Medicine, Huashan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, China; Institutes of Integrative Medicine, Fudan University, Shanghai, China; Department of Dermatology, Huashan Hospital, Fudan University, China.
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- Department of Integrative Medicine, Huashan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, China; Institutes of Integrative Medicine, Fudan University, Shanghai, China.
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- Department of Integrative Medicine, Huashan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, China; Institutes of Integrative Medicine, Fudan University, Shanghai, China.
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- Department of Integrative Medicine, Huashan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, China; Institutes of Integrative Medicine, Fudan University, Shanghai, China.
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- Department of Integrative Medicine, Huashan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, China; Institutes of Integrative Medicine, Fudan University, Shanghai, China.
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- Department of Integrative Medicine, Huashan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, China; Institutes of Integrative Medicine, Fudan University, Shanghai, China.
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- Department of Integrative Medicine, Huashan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, China; Institutes of Integrative Medicine, Fudan University, Shanghai, China.
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Guan Y, Zhang J, Cai X, Cai Y, Song Z, Huang Y, Qian W, Pan Z, Zhang X. Astragaloside IV inhibits epithelial-mesenchymal transition and pulmonary fibrosis via lncRNA-ATB/miR-200c/ZEB1 signaling pathway. Gene 2024; 897:148040. [PMID: 38065426 DOI: 10.1016/j.gene.2023.148040] [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: 09/01/2023] [Accepted: 11/27/2023] [Indexed: 01/17/2024]
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Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) is a chronic, progressive lung disease involving multiple factors and genes. Astragaloside IV (ASV) is one of the main bioactive ingredients extracted from the root of Astragalus membranaceus, which plays an important role in anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and improve cardiopulmonary function. Epithelial-mesenchymal transition (EMT) is a key driver of the process of pulmonary fibrosis, and Zinc finger E-box-binding homeobox 1 (ZEB1) can promote pulmonary fibrosis in an EMT-dependent manner. Here, we found that ASV effectively inhibited the ZEB1 and EMT in both bleomycin (BLM)-induced rat pulmonary fibrosis and TGF-β1-treated A549 cells. To further elucidate the molecular mechanisms underlying effects of ASV in IPF, we explored the truth using bioinformatics, plasmid construction, immunofluorescence staining, western blotting and other experiments. Dual luciferase reporter assay and bioinformatics proved that miR-200c not only acts as an upstream regulatory miRNA of ZEB1 but also has binding sites for the lncRNA-ATB. In A549 cell-based EMT models, ASV reduced the expression of lncRNA-ATB and upregulated miR-200c. Furthermore, overexpression of lncRNA-ATB and silencing of miR-200c reversed the down-regulation of ZEB1 and the inhibition of EMT processes by ASV. In addition, the intervention of ASV prevented lncRNA-ATB as a ceRNA from regulating the expression of ZEB1 through sponging miR-200c. Taken together, the results showed that ASV inhibited the EMT process through the lncRNA-ATB/miR-200c/ZEB1 signaling pathway, which provides a novel approach to the treatment of IPF.
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- Yanyun Guan
- Department of Poisoning and Occupational Diseases, Shandong Provincial Hospital Affiliated to Shandong First Medical University, Jinan 250021, China
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- Shandong Academy of Occupational Health and Occupational Medicine, Shandong First Medical University & Shandong Academy of Medical Sciences, Jinan 250062, China
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- Shandong Academy of Occupational Health and Occupational Medicine, Shandong First Medical University & Shandong Academy of Medical Sciences, Jinan 250062, China
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- Department of General Surgery, Tai'an 88 Hospital, Tai'an 271000, China
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- Shandong Academy of Occupational Health and Occupational Medicine, Shandong First Medical University & Shandong Academy of Medical Sciences, Jinan 250062, China
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- First Clinical Medical College, Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Jinan 250011, China
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- Department of Lung Disease, Affiliated Hospital of Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Jinan 250011, China.
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- Shandong Academy of Occupational Health and Occupational Medicine, Shandong First Medical University & Shandong Academy of Medical Sciences, Jinan 250062, China.
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- Department of Poisoning and Occupational Diseases, Shandong Provincial Hospital Affiliated to Shandong First Medical University, Jinan 250021, China.
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Chang X, Li H, Huang Z, Song C, Zhang Z, Pan W. Matrine suppresses hepatocellular carcinoma tumorigenesis by modulating circ_0055976/miR-1179/lactate dehydrogenase A axis. ENVIRONMENTAL TOXICOLOGY 2024; 39:1481-1493. [PMID: 37994612 DOI: 10.1002/tox.24041] [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: 08/21/2023] [Revised: 10/13/2023] [Accepted: 11/05/2023] [Indexed: 11/24/2023]
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BACKGROUND Matrine has been identified to have anticancer activity in hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC). Circ_0055976 was highly expressed in HCC. Here, we investigated the function and relationship of Matrine and circ_0055976 in HCC tumorigenesis. METHODS Cell proliferation and invasion were detected using Cell Counting Kit-8, 5-Ethynyl-2'-deoxyuridine (EdU), colony formation and transwell assays, respectively. Cell aerobic glycolysis was evaluated by detecting glucose consumption, lactate production, and the ratios of ATP/ADP. Levels of genes and proteins were detected by quantitative real-time polymerase chain reaction and Western blotting. The target relationship between miR-1179 and circ_0055976 or lactate dehydrogenase A (LDHA) was analyzed by dual-luciferase reporter assay. The mouse xenograft model was established to conduct the in vivo assay. RESULTS Matrine suppressed HCC cell proliferation, invasion and anaerobic glycolysis in vitro. Circ_0055976 was highly expressed in HCC tissues and cells, and was reduced by Matrine treatment. Moreover, overexpression of circ_0055976 reversed the anticancer effects of Matrine in HCC cells. Mechanistically, circ_0055976/miR-1179/LDHA formed an axis. Circ_0055976 knockdown or miR-1179 overexpression impaired HCC cell proliferation, invasion, and anaerobic glycolysis, which were reversed by miR-1179 inhibition or LDHA overexpression. Meanwhile, forced expression of LDHA abolished the regulatory effects of Matrine on HCC cells. In the clinic, Matrine impeded HCC tumor growth in vivo, and this effect was boosted after circ_0055976 silencing. CONCLUSION Matrine suppressed HCC cell proliferation, invasion, and anaerobic glycolysis via circ_0055976/miR-1179/LDHA axis, providing a new insight into the clinical application of Matrine in HCC treatment.
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- Xinfeng Chang
- Department of human anatomy, Jiangsu Vocational College of Medicine, Yancheng, China
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- Department of human anatomy, Gannan Medical University, Ganzhou, China
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- Department of human anatomy, Gannan Medical University, Ganzhou, China
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- Department of surgery, Jiangsu Vocational College of Medicine, Yancheng, China
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- Graduate Department, Gannan Medical University, Ganzhou, China
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- Department of Physiology, Jiangsu Vocational College of Medicine, Yancheng, China
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Xia ZY, Liu L, Kuok CF, Wang XL, Shi D, Ma Q, Cheng XY, Wang GL, Li MJ, Zheng QS, Liu XN, Li DF, Li BH. Loureirin A Promotes Cell Differentiation and Suppresses Migration and Invasion of Melanoma Cells via WNT and AKT/mTOR Signaling Pathways. Biol Pharm Bull 2024; 47:486-498. [PMID: 38199251 DOI: 10.1248/bpb.b23-00415] [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] [Indexed: 01/12/2024]
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Resina Draconis is a traditional Chinese medicine, with the in-depth research, its medicinal value in anti-tumor has been revealed. Loureirin A is extracted from Resina Draconis, however, research on the anti-tumor efficacy of Loureirin A is rare. Herein, we investigated the function of Loureirin A in melanoma. Our research demonstrated that Loureirin A inhibited the proliferation of and caused G0/G1 cell cycle arrest in melanoma cells in a concentration-dependent manner. Further study showed that the melanin content and tyrosinase activity was enhanced after Loureirin A treatment, demonstrated that Loureirin A promoted melanoma cell differentiation, which was accompanied with the reduce of WNT signaling pathway. Meanwhile, we found that Loureirin A suppressed the migration and invasion of melanoma cells through the protein kinase B (AKT)/mammalian target of rapamycin (mTOR) signaling pathway. Taken together, this study demonstrated for the first time the anti-tumor effects of Loureirin A in melanoma cells, which provided a novel therapeutic strategy against melanoma.
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- Zi-Yi Xia
- Featured Laboratory for Biosynthesis and Target Discovery of Active Components of Traditional Chinese Medicine, School of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, Binzhou Medical University
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- Featured Laboratory for Biosynthesis and Target Discovery of Active Components of Traditional Chinese Medicine, School of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, Binzhou Medical University
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- Faculty of Health Sciences and Sports, Macao Polytechnic University
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- Featured Laboratory for Biosynthesis and Target Discovery of Active Components of Traditional Chinese Medicine, School of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, Binzhou Medical University
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- Featured Laboratory for Biosynthesis and Target Discovery of Active Components of Traditional Chinese Medicine, School of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, Binzhou Medical University
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- Featured Laboratory for Biosynthesis and Target Discovery of Active Components of Traditional Chinese Medicine, School of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, Binzhou Medical University
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- Featured Laboratory for Biosynthesis and Target Discovery of Active Components of Traditional Chinese Medicine, School of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, Binzhou Medical University
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- Featured Laboratory for Biosynthesis and Target Discovery of Active Components of Traditional Chinese Medicine, School of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, Binzhou Medical University
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- Featured Laboratory for Biosynthesis and Target Discovery of Active Components of Traditional Chinese Medicine, School of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, Binzhou Medical University
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- Featured Laboratory for Biosynthesis and Target Discovery of Active Components of Traditional Chinese Medicine, School of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, Binzhou Medical University
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- Featured Laboratory for Biosynthesis and Target Discovery of Active Components of Traditional Chinese Medicine, School of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, Binzhou Medical University
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- Featured Laboratory for Biosynthesis and Target Discovery of Active Components of Traditional Chinese Medicine, School of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, Binzhou Medical University
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- Featured Laboratory for Biosynthesis and Target Discovery of Active Components of Traditional Chinese Medicine, School of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, Binzhou Medical University
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Zhang Y, Zhai W, Fan M, Wu J, Wang C. Salvianolic Acid B Significantly Suppresses the Migration of Melanoma Cells via Direct Interaction with β-Actin. Molecules 2024; 29:906. [PMID: 38398656 PMCID: PMC10892080 DOI: 10.3390/molecules29040906] [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: 01/03/2024] [Revised: 01/29/2024] [Accepted: 02/01/2024] [Indexed: 02/25/2024] Open
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Melanoma is the most aggressive and difficult to treat of all skin cancers. Despite advances in the treatment of melanoma, the prognosis for melanoma patients remains poor, and the recurrence rate remains high. There is substantial evidence that Chinese herbals effectively prevent and treat melanoma. The bioactive ingredient Salvianolic acid B (SAB) found in Salvia miltiorrhiza, a well-known Chinese herbal with various biological functions, exhibits inhibitory activity against various cancers. A375 and mouse B16 cell lines were used to evaluate the main targets and mechanisms of SAB in inhibiting melanoma migration. Online bioinformatics analysis, Western blotting, immunofluorescence, molecular fishing, dot blot, and molecular docking assays were carried out to clarify the potential molecular mechanism. We found that SAB prevents the migration and invasion of melanoma cells by inhibiting the epithelial-mesenchymal transition (EMT) process of melanoma cells. As well as interacting directly with the N-terminal domain of β-actin, SAB enhanced its compactness and stability, thereby inhibiting the migration of cells. Taken together, SAB could significantly suppress the migration of melanoma cells via direct binding with β-actin, suggesting that SAB could be a helpful supplement that may enhance chemotherapeutic outcomes and benefit melanoma patients.
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- Joint International Research Laboratory of Translational Cancer Research of Chinese Medicines of the Ministry of Education of the People’s Republic of China, Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Translational Cancer Research of Chinese Medicines, International Institute for Translational Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou 510006, China; (Y.Z.); (W.Z.); (M.F.)
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- Joint International Research Laboratory of Translational Cancer Research of Chinese Medicines of the Ministry of Education of the People’s Republic of China, Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Translational Cancer Research of Chinese Medicines, International Institute for Translational Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou 510006, China; (Y.Z.); (W.Z.); (M.F.)
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Zhang F, Hao Y, Yang N, Liu M, Luo Y, Zhang Y, Zhou J, Liu H, Li J. Oridonin-induced ferroptosis and apoptosis: a dual approach to suppress the growth of osteosarcoma cells. BMC Cancer 2024; 24:198. [PMID: 38347435 PMCID: PMC10863210 DOI: 10.1186/s12885-024-11951-1] [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: 11/28/2023] [Accepted: 02/04/2024] [Indexed: 02/15/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Osteosarcoma (OS) is one of the most common aggressive bone malignancy tumors in adolescents. With the application of new chemotherapy regimens, finding new and effective anti-OS drugs to coordinate program implementation is urgent for the patients of OS. Oridonin had been proved to mediate anti-tumor effect on OS cells, but its mechanism has not been fully elucidated. METHODS The effects of oridonin on the viability, clonal formation and migration of 143B and U2OS cells were detected by CCK-8, colony formation assays and wound-healing test. Kyoto Encyclopedia of Genes and Genomes (KEGG) enrichment analysis was used to explore the mechanism of oridonin on OS. Western blot (WB), real-time quantitative PCR (qRT-PCR) were used to detect the expression levels of apoptosis and ferroptosis-relative proteins and genes. Annexin V-FITC apoptosis detection kit and flow cytometry examination were used to detect the level of apoptosis. Iron assay kit was used to evaluate the relative Fe2+ content. The levels of mitochondrial membrane potential and lipid peroxidation production was determined by mitochondrial membrane potential detection kit and ROS assay kit. RESULTS Oridonin could effectively inhibit the survival, clonal formation and metastasis of OS cells. The KEGG results indicated that oridonin is associated with the malignant phenotypic signaling pathways of proliferation, migration, and drug resistance in OS. Oridonin was capable of inhibiting expressions of BAX, cl-caspase3, SLC7A11, GPX4 and FTH1 proteins and mRNA, while promoting the expressions of Bcl-2 and ACSL4 in 143B and U2OS cells. Additionally, we found that oridonin could promote the accumulation of reactive oxygen species (ROS) and Fe2+ in OS cells, as well as reduce mitochondrial membrane potential, and these effects could be significantly reversed by the ferroptosis inhibitor ferrostatin-1 (Fer-1). CONCLUSION Oridonin can trigger apoptosis and ferroptosis collaboratively in OS cells, making it a promising and effective agent for OS therapy.
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- Feifan Zhang
- Hunan University of Chinese Medicine, Changsha, China
- Henan Luoyang Orthopedic Hospital (Henan Provincial Orthopedic Hospital), Zhengzhou, China
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- Henan Luoyang Orthopedic Hospital (Henan Provincial Orthopedic Hospital), Zhengzhou, China
- Henan University of Chinese Medicine, Zhengzhou, China
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- Henan Luoyang Orthopedic Hospital (Henan Provincial Orthopedic Hospital), Zhengzhou, China
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- Henan Luoyang Orthopedic Hospital (Henan Provincial Orthopedic Hospital), Zhengzhou, China
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- Henan Luoyang Orthopedic Hospital (Henan Provincial Orthopedic Hospital), Zhengzhou, China
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- Henan Luoyang Orthopedic Hospital (Henan Provincial Orthopedic Hospital), Zhengzhou, China
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- Qingdao Hospital, University of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences (Qingdao Municipal Hospital), Qingdao Municipal Hospital, Qingdao, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, China.
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- Hunan University of Chinese Medicine, Changsha, China.
- Henan Luoyang Orthopedic Hospital (Henan Provincial Orthopedic Hospital), Zhengzhou, China.
- Henan University of Chinese Medicine, Zhengzhou, China.
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Wang M, Feng Y, Zhang P, Shen K, Su J, Zhong Y, Yang X, Lin S, Lu J. Jiawei Maxing Shigan Tang alleviates radiation-induced lung injury via TGF-β1/Smad signaling pathway mediated by regulatory T cells. JOURNAL OF ETHNOPHARMACOLOGY 2024; 320:117389. [PMID: 37944875 DOI: 10.1016/j.jep.2023.117389] [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: 09/03/2023] [Revised: 10/26/2023] [Accepted: 11/03/2023] [Indexed: 11/12/2023]
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ETHNOPHARMACOLOGICAL RELEVANCE Radiation-induced lung injury (RILI) is a common complication during thoracic radiotherapy which impairs the quality of life in patients and limits radiation doses. Jiawei Maxing Shigan Tang (JMST), which is a modified decoction made of Ephedra, Apricot Kernel, Gypsum, and Licorice, can alleviate the symptoms of RILI in patients. Previous studies and preliminary findings suggested a potential molecular mechanism of JMST in the treatment of RILI. Further studies are needed. AIM OF THE STUDY To elucidate the mechanisms of how regulatory T cells (Tregs) promote RILI and the effect of JMST on Tregs, as well as the corresponding pathway. MATERIALS AND METHODS CD4+CD25+ Tregs were isolated from rats, and the supernatant's TGF-β1 level was examined by using enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA). Type II alveolar epithelial cells (AECs) were co-cultured with the supernatant of Tregs, and the expression levels of epithelial-to-mesenchymal transition (EMT)-related and TGF-β1/Smad signaling pathway-related proteins were analyzed by using western blotting (WB). Afterward, the Tregs were incubated with different concentrations of JMST. The cell viability and TGF-β1 concentration were confirmed by cell counting kit-8 (CCK-8) assay and ELISA, respectively. The optimized concentration of JMST was applied in vitro and vivo experiments. The specific mechanism was investigated through the combination of using flow cytometry, lung histopathology analysis, ELISA, and WB. RESULTS Radiation could promote Tregs to secrete TGF-β1. After radiation, the expression levels of Smad2/3, phosphorylated Smad2/3 (p-Smad2/3), Smad4 and mesenchymal markers Vimentin and α-SMA were all increased, while the expression level of epithelial markers E-cadherin was decreased. The expression levels of these proteins were reversed after interventions involving Treg cell activation inhibition or TGF-β1 receptor inhibitor. JMST reduced the number of Tregs in lung tissue and alleviated the degree of pulmonary fibrosis. The expression of Smad2/3, p-Smad2/3, Smad4, TGF-β1, Vimentin, and α-SMA were significantly downregulated, while the E-cadherin was upregulated, through the intervention of JMST. CONCLUSION Tregs could mediate EMT through TGF-β1/Smad pathway. JMST inhibits EMT via TGF-β1/Smad pathway by regulating Tregs, therefore alleviating RILI.
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- Menglei Wang
- The Third School of Clinical Medicine, Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou, China
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- Hangzhou School of Clinical Medicine, Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou, China
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- The First School of Clinical Medicine, Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou, China
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- Hangzhou School of Clinical Medicine, Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou, China
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- Tongde Hospital of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou, China
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- Department of Oncology, Hangzhou TCM Hospital of Zhejiang Chinese Medical University (Hangzhou Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine), Hangzhou, China
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- Department of Oncology, Hangzhou TCM Hospital of Zhejiang Chinese Medical University (Hangzhou Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine), Hangzhou, China.
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- Department of Oncology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang Chinese Medical University (Zhejiang Province Hospital of Chinese Medicine), Hangzhou, China.
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- Department of Oncology, Hangzhou TCM Hospital of Zhejiang Chinese Medical University (Hangzhou Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine), Hangzhou, China.
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Chen X, Sun B, Zeng J, Yu Z, Liu J, Tan Z, Li Y, Peng C. Molecular mechanism of Spatholobi Caulis treatment for cholangiocarcinoma based on network pharmacology, molecular docking, and molecular dynamics simulation. NAUNYN-SCHMIEDEBERG'S ARCHIVES OF PHARMACOLOGY 2024:10.1007/s00210-024-02985-0. [PMID: 38321212 DOI: 10.1007/s00210-024-02985-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/29/2023] [Accepted: 01/28/2024] [Indexed: 02/08/2024]
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Cholangiocarcinoma (CCA) is a type of malignant tumor originating from the intrahepatic, periportal, or distal biliary system. The treatment means for CCA is limited, and its prognosis is poor. Spatholobi Caulis (SC) is reported to have effects on anti-inflammatory and anti-tumor, but its role in CCA is unclear. First, the potential molecular mechanism of SC for CCA treatment was explored based on network pharmacology, and the core targets were verified by molecular docking and molecular dynamics simulation. Then, we explored the inhibitory effect of SC on the malignant biological behavior of CCA in vitro and in vivo and also explored the related signaling pathways. The effect of combination therapy of SC and cisplatin (DDP) in CCA was also explored. Finally, we conducted a network pharmacological study and simple experimental verification on luteolin, one of the main components of SC. Network pharmacology analysis showed that the core targets of SC on CCA were AKT1, CASP3, MYC, TP53, and VEGFA. Molecular docking and molecular dynamics simulation indicated a good combination between the core target protein and the corresponding active ingredients. In vitro, SC inhibited proliferation, migration, invasion, and epithelial-mesenchymal transition (EMT) of CCA cells. In vivo experiments, the results were consistent with in vitro experiments, and there was no significant hepatorenal toxicity of SC at our dosage. Based on KEGG enrichment analysis, we found PI3K/AKT signaling pathway might be the main signaling pathway of SC action on CCA by using AKT agonist SC79. To explore whether SC was related to the chemotherapy sensitivity of CCA, we found that SC combined with DDP could more effectively inhibit the progression of cholangiocarcinoma. Finally, we found luteolin may inhibit the proliferation and invasion of CCA cells. Our study demonstrates for the first time that SC inhibits the progression of CCA by suppressing EMT through the PI3K-AKT signaling pathway, and SC could enhance the effectiveness of cisplatin therapy for CCA.
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- Xu Chen
- Department of Hepatobiliary Surgery, Hunan Provincial People's Hospital, The First Affiliated Hospital of Hunan Normal University, No. 61 Jiefang West Road, Changsha, 410005, Hunan, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Hepatobiliary Surgery, Hunan Provincial People's Hospital, The First Affiliated Hospital of Hunan Normal University, No. 61 Jiefang West Road, Changsha, 410005, Hunan, People's Republic of China
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- The First Affiliated Hospital of Hunan University of Chinese Medicine, Changsha, 410007, Hunan, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Hepatobiliary Surgery, Hunan Provincial People's Hospital, The First Affiliated Hospital of Hunan Normal University, No. 61 Jiefang West Road, Changsha, 410005, Hunan, People's Republic of China
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- The First School of Clinical Medicine, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, 730000, Gansu, People's Republic of China
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- The First School of Clinical Medicine, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, 730000, Gansu, People's Republic of China.
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- Department of Hepatobiliary Surgery, Hunan Provincial People's Hospital, The First Affiliated Hospital of Hunan Normal University, No. 61 Jiefang West Road, Changsha, 410005, Hunan, People's Republic of China.
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- Department of Hepatobiliary Surgery, Hunan Provincial People's Hospital, The First Affiliated Hospital of Hunan Normal University, No. 61 Jiefang West Road, Changsha, 410005, Hunan, People's Republic of China.
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Fu J, Xie X, Yao H, Xiao H, Li Z, Wang Z, Ju R, Zhao Y, Liu Z, Zhang N. The Effectiveness of Traditional Chinese Medicine in Treating Malignancies via Regulatory Cell Death Pathways and the Tumor Immune Microenvironment: A Review of Recent Advances. THE AMERICAN JOURNAL OF CHINESE MEDICINE 2024; 52:137-160. [PMID: 38328830 DOI: 10.1142/s0192415x2450006x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/09/2024]
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Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) has achieved high clinical efficacy in treating malignancies in recent years and is thus gradually becoming an important therapy for patients with advanced tumor for its benefits in reducing side effects and improving patients' immune status. However, it has not been internationally recognized for cancer treatment because TCM's anti-tumor mechanism is not fully elucidated, limiting its clinical application and international promotion. This review traced the mechanism of the TCM-mediated tumor cell death pathway and its effect on remodeling the tumor immune microenvironment, its direct impact on the microenvironment, its anti-tumor effect in combination with immunotherapy, and the current status of clinical application of TCM on tumor treatment. TCM can induce tumor cell death in many regulatory cell death (RCD) pathways, including apoptosis, autophagy, pyroptosis, necroptosis, and ferroptosis. In addition, TCM-induced cell death could increase the immune cells' infiltration with an anti-tumor effect in the tumor tissue and elevate the proportion of these cells in the spleen or peripheral blood, enhancing the anti-tumor capacity of the tumor-bearing host. Moreover, TCM can directly affect immune function by increasing the population or activating the sub-type immune cells with an anti-tumor role. It was concluded that TCM could induce a pan-tumor death modality, remodeling the local TIME differently. It can also improve the systemic immune status of tumor-bearing hosts. This review aims to establish a theoretical basis for the clinical application of TCM in tumor treatment and to provide a reference for TCM's potential in combination with immunotherapy in cancer treatment.
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- Jingya Fu
- Institute of Regenerative and Reconstructive Medicine, Med-X Institute First Affiliated Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University Xi'an 710049, P. R. China
- Shaanxi University of Chinese Medicine Xian yang 712046, P. R. China
- The First Affiliated Hospital of Nanyang Medical College Nanyang 473000, P. R. China
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- Institute of Regenerative and Reconstructive Medicine, Med-X Institute First Affiliated Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University Xi'an 710049, P. R. China
- Shaanxi University of Chinese Medicine Xian yang 712046, P. R. China
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- Institute of Regenerative and Reconstructive Medicine, Med-X Institute First Affiliated Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University Xi'an 710049, P. R. China
- National Local Joint Engineering Research Center for Precision Surgery & Regenerative Medicine, First Affiliated Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University Xi'an 710061, P. R. China
- Shaanxi Provincial Center for Regenerative Medicine and Surgical Engineering, First Affiliated Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University Xi'an 710061, P. R. China
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- Shaanxi University of Chinese Medicine Xian yang 712046, P. R. China
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- National Local Joint Engineering Research Center for Precision Surgery & Regenerative Medicine, First Affiliated Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University Xi'an 710061, P. R. China
- Shaanxi Provincial Center for Regenerative Medicine and Surgical Engineering, First Affiliated Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University Xi'an 710061, P. R. China
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- Institute of Regenerative and Reconstructive Medicine, Med-X Institute First Affiliated Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University Xi'an 710049, P. R. China
- Shaanxi University of Chinese Medicine Xian yang 712046, P. R. China
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- Institute of Regenerative and Reconstructive Medicine, Med-X Institute First Affiliated Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University Xi'an 710049, P. R. China
- National Local Joint Engineering Research Center for Precision Surgery & Regenerative Medicine, First Affiliated Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University Xi'an 710061, P. R. China
- Shaanxi Provincial Center for Regenerative Medicine and Surgical Engineering, First Affiliated Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University Xi'an 710061, P. R. China
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- Institute of Regenerative and Reconstructive Medicine, Med-X Institute First Affiliated Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University Xi'an 710049, P. R. China
- National Local Joint Engineering Research Center for Precision Surgery & Regenerative Medicine, First Affiliated Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University Xi'an 710061, P. R. China
- Shaanxi Provincial Center for Regenerative Medicine and Surgical Engineering, First Affiliated Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University Xi'an 710061, P. R. China
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- Institute of Regenerative and Reconstructive Medicine, Med-X Institute First Affiliated Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University Xi'an 710049, P. R. China
- National Local Joint Engineering Research Center for Precision Surgery & Regenerative Medicine, First Affiliated Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University Xi'an 710061, P. R. China
- Shaanxi Provincial Center for Regenerative Medicine and Surgical Engineering, First Affiliated Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University Xi'an 710061, P. R. China
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- Institute of Regenerative and Reconstructive Medicine, Med-X Institute First Affiliated Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University Xi'an 710049, P. R. China
- National Local Joint Engineering Research Center for Precision Surgery & Regenerative Medicine, First Affiliated Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University Xi'an 710061, P. R. China
- Shaanxi Provincial Center for Regenerative Medicine and Surgical Engineering, First Affiliated Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University Xi'an 710061, P. R. China
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Liao CC, Chien CH, Hsu TJ, Li JM. Advancing breastfeeding promotion: leveraging integrative natural galactagogues and unveiling their potential roles-Insights from a 19-year Taiwan nationwide registry to address lactation insufficiency in postpartum women. Front Nutr 2024; 11:1293735. [PMID: 38371501 PMCID: PMC10869601 DOI: 10.3389/fnut.2024.1293735] [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: 09/13/2023] [Accepted: 01/15/2024] [Indexed: 02/20/2024] Open
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Background Lactation insufficiency is a prevalent challenge for nursing mothers globally. There is a growing interest in the use of herbal galactagogues for enhancing lactation, but their therapeutic efficacy and underlying mechanisms need thorough investigation. This study aims to investigate the efficacy and mechanisms of action of herbal galactagogues in addressing lactation insufficiency by utilizing real-world data and employing a network analysis approach. Methods Our retrospective study used Taiwan's Longitudinal Health Insurance Database 2000 (LHID2000) to identify 490 patients diagnosed with lactation insufficiency from 2000 to 2018. We analyzed demographic characteristics, co-existing diseases, and prescription patterns for both users and non-users of Chinese herbal products (CHP). Additionally, we utilized a network analysis approach to explore potential compounds and targets in the most frequently used CHP, the Wang Bu Liu Xing and Lu Lu Tong herb pair (WLHP) combination. Results Out of 490 patients, 81% were CHP users. There were no significant differences in demographic characteristics between CHP users and non-users, but we observed a notable divergence in the prevalence of co-existing diseases. A detailed examination of CHP prescriptions revealed the predominance of WLHP, prompting further investigation. Comprehensive analysis identified 29 major compounds in WLHP, which were associated with 215 unique targets. Intersection analysis revealed 101 overlapping targets between WLHP and lactation, suggesting their potential as therapeutic targets for lactation insufficiency treatment. Topological analysis of the protein-protein interaction (PPI) network identified 13 hub genes potentially crucial for the therapeutic effect of WLHP. Functional enrichment analysis showed that these targets were involved in critical lactation regulation pathways, including the PI3K-Akt signaling pathway, prolactin signaling pathway, estrogen signaling pathway, and AMPK signaling pathway. Discussion This study emphasizes the potential of CHP, specifically the WLHP combination, in managing lactation insufficiency. The multi-compound, multi-target approach of WLHP and its interaction with key biological processes and signaling pathways offer valuable insights into the underlying mechanisms of its therapeutic effects. These findings warrant further experimental validation and can guide future research and clinical applications of CHP in lactation insufficiency treatment.
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- Chung-Chih Liao
- Department of Post-Baccalaureate Veterinary Medicine, College of Medical and Health Science, Asia University, Taichung, Taiwan
- Chuyuan Chinese Medicine Clinic, Taichung, Taiwan
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- Department of Post-Baccalaureate Veterinary Medicine, Asia University, Taichung, Taiwan
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- Management Office for Health Data, China Medical University Hospital, Taichung, Taiwan
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- School of Chinese Medicine, College of Chinese Medicine, China Medical University, Taichung, Taiwan
- Department of Chinese Medicine, China Medical University Hospital, Taichung, Taiwan
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Chen S, Tian X, Li S, Wu Z, Li Y, Liao T, Liao Z. Evaluating traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) Jie Geng and Huang Qi combination on reducing surgical site infections in colorectal cancer surgeries: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Int Wound J 2024; 21:e14769. [PMID: 38351506 PMCID: PMC10864683 DOI: 10.1111/iwj.14769] [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: 01/26/2024] [Accepted: 01/28/2024] [Indexed: 02/16/2024] Open
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Postoperative wound infections (PWIs) pose a significant challenge in colorectal cancer surgeries, leading to prolonged hospital stays and increased morbidity. This systematic review and meta-analysis evaluated the efficacy of the traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) combination of Jie Geng and Huang Qi in reducing PWIs following colorectal cancer surgeries. Adhering to PRISMA guidelines, we focused on seven randomized controlled trials (RCTs) involving 1256 patients, examining the incidence of PWIs within 30 days post-surgery, alongside secondary outcomes such as length of hospital stay and antibiotic use. The analysis revealed a significant reduction in PWI incidence in the TCM-treated group compared to controls, with a Risk Ratio of 0.21 (95% CI: 0.14 to 0.30, p < 0.01), a notable decrease in hospital stay (Mean Difference: 1.2 days, 95% CI: 0.15 to 1.28 days, p < 0.01) and a significant reduction in antibiotic use (Risk Ratio: 0.24, 95% CI: 0.16 to 0.36, p < 0.01). These findings suggest that Jie Geng and Huang Qi in TCM could be an effective adjunct in postoperative care for colorectal cancer surgeries, underscoring the need for further high-quality RCTs to substantiate these results and explore the underlying mechanisms.
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- Shiwang Chen
- Department of GastroenterologyGansu Provincial Hospital of Traditional Chinese MedicineLanzhouChina
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- Department of GastroenterologyGansu Provincial Hospital of Traditional Chinese MedicineLanzhouChina
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- Department of GastroenterologyGansu Provincial Hospital of Traditional Chinese MedicineLanzhouChina
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- Department of GastroenterologyGansu Provincial Hospital of Traditional Chinese MedicineLanzhouChina
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- Department of GastroenterologyGansu Provincial Hospital of Traditional Chinese MedicineLanzhouChina
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- Department of GastroenterologyGansu Provincial Hospital of Traditional Chinese MedicineLanzhouChina
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- Department of GastroenterologyGansu Provincial Hospital of Traditional Chinese MedicineLanzhouChina
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Kong Q, Zhu H, Gong W, Deng X, Liu B, Dong J. Modified Bushen Yiqi formula enhances antitumor immunity by reducing the chemotactic recruitment of M2-TAMs and PMN-MDSCs in Lewis lung cancer-bearing mice. JOURNAL OF ETHNOPHARMACOLOGY 2024; 319:117183. [PMID: 37739106 DOI: 10.1016/j.jep.2023.117183] [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: 08/02/2023] [Revised: 09/11/2023] [Accepted: 09/12/2023] [Indexed: 09/24/2023]
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ETHNOPHARMACOLOGICAL RELEVANCE Modified Bushen Yiqi formula (MBYF) has shown efficacy as an herbal combination therapy with anti-PD-1 for lung cancer patients. However, the underlying mechanisms of its antitumor effects in lung cancer remain unclear. AIM OF THE STUDY This study aims to observe the antitumor effect of MBYF and explore its synergistic mechanism in combination with anti-PD-1 based on the tumor immune microenvironment. MATERIALS AND METHODS The antitumor effect of MBYF was assessed in Lewis Lung Cancer (LLC)-bearing mice by evaluating tumor volume, weight, and histology in five groups (model control, MBYF 8.125 g/kg, MBYF 16.25 g/kg, MBYF 32.50 g/kg, anti-PD-1). Mechanisms were analyzed using pharmacology network and tumor RNA-sequencing. Tumor-infiltrating immune cells were measured by flow cytometry and immunohistochemistry. Targets and pathways were validated through qRT-PCR, immuno-histochemistry, and western blotting. The synergistic effect of MBYF in combination with anti-PD-1 was validated in three groups (model control, anti-PD-1, anti-PD-1+MBYF 16.25 g/kg). RESULTS MBYF inhibited tumor growth and proliferation and demonstrated safety for the heart, liver, and kidney. Mechanistically, MBYF downregulated tumor proliferation by suppressing the expression of CCND1, CTNNB1, EGFR, and the PI3K-AKT/STAT3/ERK pathway. Furthermore, MBYF may upregulated the antitumor immunity (CD4+T cells, active CD8+ T cells, and NK cells) by reducing the infiltration of M2-TAMs and PMN-MDSCs. MBYF may inhibit the recruitment of M2-TAMs by downregulating the CCR5-CCLs axis and PMN-MDSCs by the CXCR2-CXCLs axis. In vivo study confirmed that MBYF enhanced the antitumor effect of anti-PD-1 therapy. CONCLUSION Modified Bushen Yiqi formula enhances antitumor immunity in the treatment of lung cancer by reducing the chemotactic recruitment of M2-TAMs and PMN-MDSCs, suggesting its potential as an adjunct therapy to enhance anti-PD-1 responses and improve treatment outcomes. Further research and clinical studies are needed to validate and expand upon these promising findings.
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- Qing Kong
- Department of Integrative Medicine, Huashan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, China; Institutes of Integrative Medicine, Fudan University, Shanghai, China.
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- Department of Integrative Medicine, Huashan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, China; Institutes of Integrative Medicine, Fudan University, Shanghai, China.
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- Department of Integrative Medicine, Huashan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, China; Institutes of Integrative Medicine, Fudan University, Shanghai, China.
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- Department of Integrative Medicine, Huashan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, China; Institutes of Integrative Medicine, Fudan University, Shanghai, China.
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- Department of Integrative Medicine, Huashan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, China; Institutes of Integrative Medicine, Fudan University, Shanghai, China.
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- Department of Integrative Medicine, Huashan Hospital, Fudan University, Shanghai, China; Institutes of Integrative Medicine, Fudan University, Shanghai, China.
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Tang Q, Xu M, Long S, Yu Y, Ma C, Wang R, Li J, Wang X, Fang F, Han L, Wu W, Wang S. FZKA reverses gefitinib resistance by regulating EZH2/Snail/EGFR signaling pathway in lung adenocarcinoma. JOURNAL OF ETHNOPHARMACOLOGY 2024; 318:116646. [PMID: 37269912 DOI: 10.1016/j.jep.2023.116646] [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: 08/14/2022] [Revised: 04/08/2023] [Accepted: 05/15/2023] [Indexed: 06/05/2023]
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ETHNOPHARMACOLOGICAL RELEVANCE Fuzheng Kang-Ai (FZKA) decoction is mainly composed of 12 components with different types of herbs. In the last decade, FZKA has been used as an adjuvant treatment for lung cancer in clinical practice. Our previous studies have confirmed that FZKA shows a strong anti-cancer activity, significantly increases the clinical efficacy of gefitinib and reverses gefitinib resistance in non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). However, the molecular mechanism still needs to be further elucidated. AIM OF THE STUDY The aim of this study was to investigate the role and mechanism by which FZKA inhibited the cell growth, proliferation and invasion of lung adenocarcinoma(LUAD) and reversed the acquired resistance of gefitinib for the therapy in LUAD. MATERIALS AND METHODS Cell viability assay and EDU assay were used for detecting of cell viability and cell proliferation. Transwell assay was performed to measure cell invasion. Western Blot and qRT-PCR were used for protein and gene expression test. The gene promoter activity was determined by dul-luciferase reporter assay. The in situ expression of protein was measured by cell immunofluorescence. Stabilized cell lines were established for stable overexpression of EZH2. Transient transfection assay was used for gene silence and overexpression. Xenograft tumors and bioluminescent imaging were used for in vivo experiments. RESULTS FZKA significantly inhibited the cell viability, proliferation and cell invasion of LUAD, the combination of FZKA and gefitinib had a great synergy on the above processes. Moreover, FZKA significantly decreased EZH2 mRNA and protein expression, FZKA reversed the resistance of gefitinib by down-regulation of EZH2 protein. ERK1/2 kinase mediated the down-regulation of EZH2 reduced by FZKA. In addition, FZKA decreased the expression of Snail and EGFR by decreasing EZH2. Overexpression of Snail and EGFR significantly reversed the effect of FZKA-inhibited cell invasion and cell proliferation. More important, the combination of FZKA and gefitinib enhanced the inhibitory effect on EZH2, Snail and EGFR proteins. Furthermore, the growth inhibition and reversal of gefitinib resistance induced by FZKA were further validated in vivo. Finally, the expression and clinical correlation of EZH2,EGFR and Snail in cancer patients were further validated using bioinformatics analysis. CONCLUSIONS FZKA significantly suppressed tumor progression and reversed gefitinib resistance by regulating the p-ERK1/2-EZH2-Snail/EGFR signaling pathway in LUAD.
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- Qing Tang
- Clinical and Basic Research Team of TCM Prevention and Treatment of NSCLC, Guangdong Provincial Hospital of Chinese Medicine; State Key Laboratory of Dampness Syndrome of Chinese Medicine, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, Guangdong, 510120, PR China; The Second Clinical Medical College, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, Guangdong, 510120, PR China; Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Clinical Research on Traditional Chinese Medicine Syndrome, Guangdong Provincial Hospital of Chinese Medicine, Guangdong Provincial Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Guangzhou, Guangdong, 510120, PR China; Department of Oncology, Guangdong Provincial Hospital of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, Guangdong, 510120, PR China.
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- The Second Clinical Medical College, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, Guangdong, 510120, PR China
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- Clinical and Basic Research Team of TCM Prevention and Treatment of NSCLC, Guangdong Provincial Hospital of Chinese Medicine; State Key Laboratory of Dampness Syndrome of Chinese Medicine, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, Guangdong, 510120, PR China; The Second Clinical Medical College, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, Guangdong, 510120, PR China; Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Clinical Research on Traditional Chinese Medicine Syndrome, Guangdong Provincial Hospital of Chinese Medicine, Guangdong Provincial Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Guangzhou, Guangdong, 510120, PR China; Department of Oncology, Guangdong Provincial Hospital of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, Guangdong, 510120, PR China
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- The Second Clinical Medical College, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, Guangdong, 510120, PR China; Department of Oncology, Guangdong Provincial Hospital of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, Guangdong, 510120, PR China
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- The Second Clinical Medical College, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, Guangdong, 510120, PR China; Department of Oncology, Guangdong Provincial Hospital of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, Guangdong, 510120, PR China
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- The Second Clinical Medical College, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, Guangdong, 510120, PR China
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- The Second Clinical Medical College, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, Guangdong, 510120, PR China
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- The Second Clinical Medical College, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, Guangdong, 510120, PR China
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- The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi University of Chinese Medicine, Nanning, Guangxi, 530000, PR China
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- The Second Clinical Medical College, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, Guangdong, 510120, PR China; Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Clinical Research on Traditional Chinese Medicine Syndrome, Guangdong Provincial Hospital of Chinese Medicine, Guangdong Provincial Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Guangzhou, Guangdong, 510120, PR China.
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- Clinical and Basic Research Team of TCM Prevention and Treatment of NSCLC, Guangdong Provincial Hospital of Chinese Medicine; State Key Laboratory of Dampness Syndrome of Chinese Medicine, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, Guangdong, 510120, PR China; The Second Clinical Medical College, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, Guangdong, 510120, PR China; Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Clinical Research on Traditional Chinese Medicine Syndrome, Guangdong Provincial Hospital of Chinese Medicine, Guangdong Provincial Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Guangzhou, Guangdong, 510120, PR China; Department of Oncology, Guangdong Provincial Hospital of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, Guangdong, 510120, PR China.
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- Clinical and Basic Research Team of TCM Prevention and Treatment of NSCLC, Guangdong Provincial Hospital of Chinese Medicine; State Key Laboratory of Dampness Syndrome of Chinese Medicine, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, Guangdong, 510120, PR China; The Second Clinical Medical College, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, Guangdong, 510120, PR China; Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Clinical Research on Traditional Chinese Medicine Syndrome, Guangdong Provincial Hospital of Chinese Medicine, Guangdong Provincial Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Guangzhou, Guangdong, 510120, PR China; Department of Oncology, Guangdong Provincial Hospital of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, Guangdong, 510120, PR China.
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Liu L, Lyu J, Yang L, Gao Y, Zhao B. Using Pharmacokinetic-Pharmacodynamic Modeling to Study the Main Active Substances of the Anticancer Effect in Mice from Panax ginseng- Ophiopogon japonicus. Molecules 2024; 29:334. [PMID: 38257247 PMCID: PMC10819458 DOI: 10.3390/molecules29020334] [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: 11/28/2023] [Revised: 12/30/2023] [Accepted: 01/03/2024] [Indexed: 01/24/2024] Open
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Ginseng Radix et Rhizoma Rubra (Panax ginseng C.A. Mey, Hongshen, in Chinese) and Ophiopogonis Radix (Ophiopogon japonicus (L.f) Ker-Gawl., Maidong, in Chinese) are traditional Chinese herbal pairs, which were clinically employed to enhance the immune system of cancer patients. This study employed the pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic (PK-PD) spectrum-effect association model to investigate the antitumor active substances of P. ginseng and O. japonicus (PG-OJ). The metabolic processes of 20 major bioactive components were analyzed using Ultra-Performance Liquid Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry/Mass Spectrometry (UPLC-MS/MS) in the lung tissue of tumor-bearing mice treated with PG-OJ. The ELISA method was employed to detect the levels of TGF-β1, TNF-α, and IFN-γ in the lung tissue of mice at various time points, and to analyze their changes after drug administration. The results showed that all components presented a multiple peaks absorption pattern within 0.083 to 24 h post-drug administration. The tumor inhibition rate of tumor and repair rate of IFN-γ, TNF-α, and TGF-β1 all increased, indicating a positive therapeutic effect of PG-OJ on A549 tumor-bearing mice. Finally, a PK-PD model based on the GBDT algorithm was developed for the first time to speculate that Methylophiopogonanone A, Methylophiopogonanone B, Ginsenoside Rb1, and Notoginsenoside R1 are the main active components in PG-OJ for lung cancer treatment.
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- Lu Liu
- Institute of Pharmaceutical Research, Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Jinan 250355, China; (L.L.); (J.L.); (L.Y.)
- Innovation Research Institute of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Jinan 250355, China
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- Institute of Pharmaceutical Research, Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Jinan 250355, China; (L.L.); (J.L.); (L.Y.)
- Collaborative Innovation Center for Ecological Protection and High Quality Development of Characteristic Traditional Chinese Medicine in the Yellow River Basin, Jinan 250355, China
- High Level Traditional Chinese Medicine Key Disciplines of the State Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Pharmaceutics of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Jinan 250355, China
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- Institute of Pharmaceutical Research, Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Jinan 250355, China; (L.L.); (J.L.); (L.Y.)
- Collaborative Innovation Center for Ecological Protection and High Quality Development of Characteristic Traditional Chinese Medicine in the Yellow River Basin, Jinan 250355, China
- High Level Traditional Chinese Medicine Key Disciplines of the State Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Pharmaceutics of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Jinan 250355, China
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- Institute of Pharmaceutical Research, Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Jinan 250355, China; (L.L.); (J.L.); (L.Y.)
- Collaborative Innovation Center for Ecological Protection and High Quality Development of Characteristic Traditional Chinese Medicine in the Yellow River Basin, Jinan 250355, China
- High Level Traditional Chinese Medicine Key Disciplines of the State Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Pharmaceutics of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Jinan 250355, China
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- Institute of Pharmaceutical Research, Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Jinan 250355, China; (L.L.); (J.L.); (L.Y.)
- Collaborative Innovation Center for Ecological Protection and High Quality Development of Characteristic Traditional Chinese Medicine in the Yellow River Basin, Jinan 250355, China
- High Level Traditional Chinese Medicine Key Disciplines of the State Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Pharmaceutics of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Jinan 250355, China
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Zhang J, Li L. Network pharmacology prediction and molecular docking-based strategy to explore the potential mechanism of Radix Astragali against hypopharyngeal carcinoma. Sci Rep 2024; 14:516. [PMID: 38177197 PMCID: PMC10767094 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-023-50605-3] [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: 05/03/2023] [Accepted: 12/21/2023] [Indexed: 01/06/2024] Open
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To explore the anti-tumor effects of Radix Astragali on hypopharyngeal carcinoma and its mechanism. We have bioinformatically analyzed the potential targets of Radix Astragali and predicted the molecular mechanism of Radix Astragali treating of hypopharyngeal carcinoma. The binding process of the hub targets that could prolong the survival time of hypopharyngeal cancer patients with Radix Astragali was simulated by molecular docking. The results showed that 17 out of 36 hub targets could effectively improve the 5-year survival rate of hypopharyngeal cancer patients. Radix Astragali acts on hypopharyngeal carcinoma by regulating a signaling network formed by hub targets connecting multiple signaling pathways and is expected to become a drug for treating and prolonging hypopharyngeal carcinoma patients' survival time.
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- Jianing Zhang
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Central Hospital of Chaoyang, Liaoning, 122000, China
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Central Hospital of Chaoyang, Liaoning, 122000, China.
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Li M, Tang Q, Li S, Yang X, Zhang Y, Tang X, Huang P, Yin D. Inhibition of autophagy enhances the anticancer effect of Schisandrin B on head and neck squamous cell carcinoma. J Biochem Mol Toxicol 2024; 38:e23585. [PMID: 37986106 DOI: 10.1002/jbt.23585] [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: 03/26/2023] [Revised: 10/10/2023] [Accepted: 11/10/2023] [Indexed: 11/22/2023]
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Head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC) is among the most common malignant tumors worldwide and has a poor prognosis. Autophagy regulation has been proposed as a possible treatment option for HNSCC. Schisandrin B (Sch B) exerts anticancer effects by regulating apoptosis and autophagy, but the anticancer effect of Sch B in HNSCC remains unclear. This study aimed to investigate the effects of Sch B on human Cal27 HNSCC cells and to further reveal its potential regulatory mechanisms. The anticancer effect of Sch B was evaluated in vitro by flow cytometry, clonogenic assays, and Western blot analysis. The regulatory mechanism of Sch B-induced apoptosis and autophagy was further explored by polymerase chain reaction, luciferase assay, and reactive oxygen species (ROS) detection. The results showed that Sch B significantly induced apoptosis and autophagy in Cal27 cells and that inhibition of autophagy enhanced the apoptotic effect of Sch B on Cal27 cells. Additionally, Sch B-activated autophagy in Cal27 cells was dependent on the nuclear factor-kappa B (NF-κB) pathway, and ROS acted as a regulator of the NF-B pathway. N-acetylcysteine, a scavenger of ROS, inhibited Sch B-dependent autophagy via the NF-κB pathway. Based on the results, Sch B is a potential therapeutic agent for HNSCC and activates the NF-κB pathway by increasing ROS production, which subsequently promotes autophagy in HNSCC cells. Therefore, the strategy of enhancing the anticancer effect of Sch B by inhibiting autophagy deserves further attention.
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- Mengmeng Li
- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, The Second Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, The Second Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, The Second Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, The Second Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, The Second Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, The Second Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, The Second Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, The Second Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan, People's Republic of China
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Xie W, Zhang Y, Tang J, Zhu X, Wang S, Lu M. Efficacy and Safety of Traditional Chinese Medicines as a Complementary Therapy Combined With Chemotherapy in the Treatment of Gastric Cancer: An Overview of Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses. Integr Cancer Ther 2024; 23:15347354231225961. [PMID: 38229425 PMCID: PMC10798087 DOI: 10.1177/15347354231225961] [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: 08/09/2023] [Revised: 12/23/2023] [Accepted: 12/26/2023] [Indexed: 01/18/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND In China, traditional Chinese medicines (TCMs), as a complementary therapy combined with chemotherapy, is widely used in the treatment of gastric cancer (GC). In order to systematically evaluate and synthesize existing evidence to provide a scientific basis for the efficacy and safety of this complementary therapy, we present an overview of systematic reviews (SRs) and meta-analyses (MAs) on the topic of TCMs as a complementary therapy in combination with chemotherapy for the treatment of GC. METHODS SRs/MAs on TCMs combined with chemotherapy for GC were comprehensively searched in 8 databases. Methodological quality, risk of bias, reporting quality, and quality of evidence were assessed using the Assessment of Multiple Systematic Reviews 2 (AMSTAR-2), the Risk of Bias in Systematic (ROBIS) scale, the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses 2020 (PRISMA 2020), as well as the Grading of Recommendations Assessment, Development, and Evaluation (GRADE) system. RESULTS Thirteen published SRs/MAs were included in our study. In terms of methodology, all SRs/MAs were considered to be of very low quality. Only 3 SRs/MAs has been assessed as low risk of bias. None of the SRs/MAs has been fully reported on the checklist. A total of 97 outcome indicators extracted from the included SRs/MAs were evaluated, and only 1 item was assessed as high quality. CONCLUSIONS TCMs may be an effective and safe complementary therapy in combination with chemotherapy for the treatment of GC. However, this conclusion must be treated with caution as the quality of the evidence provided by SRs/MAs is generally low.
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- Weijian Xie
- College of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Jinan, Shandong, China
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- Digestive internal medicine department I, Affiliated Hospital of Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Jinan, Shandong, China
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- Tai’an Disabled Soldiers’ Hospital of Shandong Province, Tai’an, Shandong, China
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- First Clinical Medical College, Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Jinan, Shandong, China
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- College of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Jinan, Shandong, China
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- Digestive internal medicine department I, Affiliated Hospital of Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Jinan, Shandong, China
- Postdoctoral Research Mobile Station, Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Jinan, Shandong, China
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Wang Y, Sun Y, Wang F, Wang H, Hu J. Ferroptosis induction via targeting metabolic alterations in triple-negative breast cancer. Biomed Pharmacother 2023; 169:115866. [PMID: 37951026 DOI: 10.1016/j.biopha.2023.115866] [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: 09/13/2023] [Revised: 11/04/2023] [Accepted: 11/07/2023] [Indexed: 11/13/2023] Open
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Triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC), the most aggressive form of breast cancer, presents severe threats to women's health. Therefore, it is critical to find novel treatment approaches. Ferroptosis, a newly identified form of programmed cell death, is marked by the buildup of lipid reactive oxygen species (ROS) and high iron concentrations. According to previous studies, ferroptosis sensitivity can be controlled by a number of metabolic events in cells, such as amino acid metabolism, iron metabolism, and lipid metabolism. Given that TNBC tumors are rich in iron and lipids, inducing ferroptosis in these tumors is a potential approach for TNBC treatment. Notably, the metabolic adaptability of cancer cells allows them to coordinate an attack on one or more metabolic pathways to initiate ferroptosis, offering a novel perspective to improve the high drug resistance and clinical therapy of TNBC. However, a clear picture of ferroptosis in TNBC still needs to be completely revealed. In this review, we provide an overview of recent advancements regarding the connection between ferroptosis and amino acid, iron, and lipid metabolism in TNBC. We also discuss the probable significance of ferroptosis as an innovative target for chemotherapy, radiotherapy, immunotherapy, nanotherapy and natural product therapy in TNBC, highlighting its therapeutic potential and application prospects.
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- Yaru Wang
- The Department of Breast Medical Oncology, Harbin Medical University Cancer Hospital, Harbin, Heilongjiang, China
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- The Department of Breast Medical Oncology, Harbin Medical University Cancer Hospital, Harbin, Heilongjiang, China
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- The Department of Breast Medical Oncology, Harbin Medical University Cancer Hospital, Harbin, Heilongjiang, China
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- The Department of Breast Medical Oncology, Harbin Medical University Cancer Hospital, Harbin, Heilongjiang, China
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- The Department of Breast Medical Oncology, Harbin Medical University Cancer Hospital, Harbin, Heilongjiang, China.
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Dawuti A, Ma L, An X, Guan J, Zhou C, He L, Xu Y, Han B, Abulizi A. Exploring the effect and mechanism of Aloin A against cancer cachexia-induced muscle atrophy via network pharmacology, molecular docking, molecular dynamics and experimental validation. Aging (Albany NY) 2023; 15:15557-15577. [PMID: 38180061 PMCID: PMC10781478 DOI: 10.18632/aging.205416] [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: 08/21/2023] [Accepted: 11/06/2023] [Indexed: 01/06/2024]
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80% of advanced cancer patients suffer from cachexia, but there are no FDA-approved drugs. Therefore, it is imperative to discover potential drugs. OBJECTIVE This study aims at exploring the effect and targets of Aloin A against cancer cachexia (CC)-induced muscle atrophy. METHODS Network pharmacology, molecular docking, molecular dynamics (MD) and animal model of CC-induced muscle atrophy with a series of behavior tests, muscle quality, HE staining and RT-PCR were performed to investigate the anticachectic effects and targets of Aloin A and its molecular mechanism. RESULTS Based on network pharmacology, 51 potential targets of Aloin A on CC-induced muscle atrophy were found, and then 10 hub genes were predicted by the PPI network. Next, KEGG and GO enrichment analysis showed that the anticachectic effect of Aloin A is associated with PI3K-AKT, MAPK, TNF, TLR, etc., pathways, and biological processes like inflammation, apoptosis and cell proliferation. Molecular docking and MD results showed good binding ability between the Aloin A and key targets. Moreover, experiments in vivo demonstrated that Aloin A effectively rescued muscle function and wasting by improving muscle quality, mean CSA, and distribution of muscle fibers by regulating HSP90AA1/AKT signaling in tumor-bearing mice. CONCLUSION This study offers new insights for researchers to understand the effect and mechanism of Aloin A against CC using network pharmacology, molecular docking, MD and experimental validation, and Aloin A retards CC-induced muscle wasting through multiple targets and pathways, including HSP90AA1/AKT signaling, which provides evidence for Aloin A as a potential therapy for cancer cachexia in clinic.
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- Awaguli Dawuti
- Key Laboratory of Xinjiang Phytomedicine Resource and Utilization, Ministry of Education, College of Pharmacy, Shihezi University, Shihezi 832002, China
- State Key Laboratory of Bioactive Substances and Functions of Natural Medicines, Institute of Materia Medica, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing 100050, China
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- Key Laboratory of Xinjiang Phytomedicine Resource and Utilization, Ministry of Education, College of Pharmacy, Shihezi University, Shihezi 832002, China
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- Key Laboratory of Xinjiang Phytomedicine Resource and Utilization, Ministry of Education, College of Pharmacy, Shihezi University, Shihezi 832002, China
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- Key Laboratory of Xinjiang Phytomedicine Resource and Utilization, Ministry of Education, College of Pharmacy, Shihezi University, Shihezi 832002, China
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- Key Laboratory of Xinjiang Phytomedicine Resource and Utilization, Ministry of Education, College of Pharmacy, Shihezi University, Shihezi 832002, China
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- Key Laboratory of Xinjiang Phytomedicine Resource and Utilization, Ministry of Education, College of Pharmacy, Shihezi University, Shihezi 832002, China
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- Division of Pharmaceutics and Pharmacology, College of Pharmacy, The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH 43210, USA
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- Key Laboratory of Xinjiang Phytomedicine Resource and Utilization, Ministry of Education, College of Pharmacy, Shihezi University, Shihezi 832002, China
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- Key Laboratory of Xinjiang Phytomedicine Resource and Utilization, Ministry of Education, College of Pharmacy, Shihezi University, Shihezi 832002, China
- State Key Laboratory of Natural and Biomimetic Drugs, Peking University, Beijing 100191, China
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Li S, Cai X, Chen L, Lin M, Zhu Z, Xiao H, Nie P, Chen Q, Yang X. Inhibition of hepatocellular carcinoma growth via modulation of the miR-221/SOX11 axis by curcumin and berberine. PeerJ 2023; 11:e16593. [PMID: 38084140 PMCID: PMC10710771 DOI: 10.7717/peerj.16593] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/25/2023] [Accepted: 11/14/2023] [Indexed: 12/18/2023] Open
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Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is a fatal malignancy that has limited treatment options. This study focused on the potential therapeutic effects of curcumin (CUR) and berberine (BBR) on the miR-221/SRY-box transcription factor 11 (SOX11) axis in HCC. We investigated the combined effects of CUR and BBR on HEPG2 and Huh7 cell survival and miR-221 expression using Cell Counting Kit-8 assays and RT-qPCR, respectively. Western blotting was used to detect changes in the apoptosis-related caspase-3/9 protein levels. We performed bioinformatics analysis and dual-luciferase assays and measured apoptotic protein levels to assess the role of the miR-221/SOX11 axis in mediating the effects of CUR-BBR. Both CUR and BBR suppressed HCC cell growth in a dose-dependent manner, with the most potent combined effect observed at a 2:1 ratio. CUR-BBR treatment significantly downregulated miR-221 expression, and miR-221 overexpression partially reversed the CUR-BBR-mediated decrease in cell survival. In addition, SOX11 was found to be a direct target of miR-221. CUR-BBR treatment upregulated SOX11 expression, and overexpression of SOX11 restored the inhibitory effects of CUR-BBR on cell growth, migration, and invasion and promoted apoptosis in the presence of miR-221. Furthermore, CUR-BBR activated pro-apoptotic proteins caspase-3/9 through the miR-221/SOX11 axis. The combined effect of CUR-BBR played an important role in inhibiting the growth of HCC cells. This combined effect was achieved by regulating the miR-221/SOX11 axis and activating the synthesis of pro-apoptotic proteins. Our findings highlight a promising combined therapeutic approach for HCC and underscore the importance of targeting the miR-221/SOX11 axis.
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- Sheng Li
- Department of Internal Medicine, Fuzhou Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou, China
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Fuzhou Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou, China
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- Department of Medical Oncology, Fuzhou Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou, China
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- Department of Medical Oncology, Fuzhou Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou, China
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- Department of Medical Oncology, Fuzhou Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou, China
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- Department of Medical Oncology, Fuzhou Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou, China
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- Department of Medical Oncology, Fuzhou Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou, China
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- Department of Medical Oncology, Fuzhou Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou, China
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- Fuzhou Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fuzhou, China
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Luo Y, Xiang J, Tang S, Huang S, Zhou Y, Shen H. Ursolic acid induces apoptosis and pyroptosis in Reh cells by upregulating of the JNK signalling pathway based on network pharmacology and experimental validation. Heliyon 2023; 9:e23079. [PMID: 38144346 PMCID: PMC10746475 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2023.e23079] [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: 05/25/2023] [Revised: 11/16/2023] [Accepted: 11/27/2023] [Indexed: 12/26/2023] Open
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Objective To explore the mechanism of ursolic acid (UA) against acute B lymphoblastic leukaemia (B-ALL) based on network pharmacological analysis, molecular docking and experimental verification. Methods The core targets, functional processes, and biological pathways of UA in B-ALL were predicted by network pharmacology and molecular docking. The efficacy and mechanism of UA against B-ALL were verified through in vitro experiments such as cell viability assays, CCK-8 assays, LDH assays, AO/EB staining, flow cytometry, and Western blot assays. Results Network pharmacology analysis of the core targets indicated that the effects of UA on B-ALL were related to programmed cell death (apoptosis and pyroptosis). Molecular docking results showed that FOS, CASP8, MAPK8, IL-1β and JUN were the key targets of UA against B-ALL. The MTS assay showed that UA decreased the viability of Reh cells in a concentration- and time-dependent manner. Cellular and Western blot experiments found that UA induced Reh cell apoptosis and pyroptosis by upregulating the JNK signalling pathway. Conclusions Our findings demonstrated that UA could induce Reh cell apoptosis and pyroptosis by activating the JNK signalling pathway to exert anti-B-ALL effects. This indicates that UA may become a potential drug for the effective treatment of B-ALL.
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- Ying Luo
- Institute of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, The Key Laboratory of Environment and Critical Human Diseases Prevention of the Education Department of Hunan Province, Hengyang Medical College, University of South China, Hengyang 421001, China
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- Institute of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, The Key Laboratory of Environment and Critical Human Diseases Prevention of the Education Department of Hunan Province, Hengyang Medical College, University of South China, Hengyang 421001, China
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- Institute of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, The Key Laboratory of Environment and Critical Human Diseases Prevention of the Education Department of Hunan Province, Hengyang Medical College, University of South China, Hengyang 421001, China
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- Institute of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, The Key Laboratory of Environment and Critical Human Diseases Prevention of the Education Department of Hunan Province, Hengyang Medical College, University of South China, Hengyang 421001, China
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- Institute of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, The Key Laboratory of Environment and Critical Human Diseases Prevention of the Education Department of Hunan Province, Hengyang Medical College, University of South China, Hengyang 421001, China
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- Institute of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, The Key Laboratory of Environment and Critical Human Diseases Prevention of the Education Department of Hunan Province, Hengyang Medical College, University of South China, Hengyang 421001, China
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Sun LQ, Luo FL, Chen S, Zheng QH, Wang L, Hou YJ, Wang K, Yao JP, Yan XY, Shi YZ, Li Y. Acupuncture as an adjunctive therapy for gastric ulcer: A modified Delphi consensus study. Complement Ther Med 2023; 79:102997. [PMID: 37865304 DOI: 10.1016/j.ctim.2023.102997] [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: 06/05/2023] [Revised: 10/13/2023] [Accepted: 10/17/2023] [Indexed: 10/23/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Acupuncture is often used as an adjunctive therapy for gastric ulcer (GU). However, there is still a lack of evidence on the appropriate and optimal interventions for acupuncture. This study aimed to optimize the acupuncture treatment of gastric ulcers based on expert consensus for guiding acupuncturists in clinical practice. METHODS To conduct this study, research evidence was gathered from databases in both Chinese and English. After discussion, preliminary clinical questions were developed. Following three rounds of multidisciplinary clinical expert consultation, the initial consensus questionnaire was formed after testing and modification by team members. A Delphi consensus was ultimately reached to answer the questionnaire and develop guidance for acupuncture treatment. A 9-point Likert-type scale was used to measure the agreement of expert consensus, where a score of 80% between 7 and 9 was defined as "agreement." RESULTS After two rounds of Delphi voting, a total of 35 items reached an agreement. These items can be roughly divided into 6 domains. According to expert consensus, the application of acupuncture for gastric ulcer should follow a semistandardized approach. Based on the syndrome differentiation, the main acupoints recommended are Zusanli (ST36), Zhongwan (CV12), Neiguan (PC6), and Sanyinjiao (SP6), while the adjunct acupoints include Taichong (LR3), Guanyuan (CV4), Xuehai (SP10), and Taixi (KI3). In the experience of experts, adverse events associated with acupuncture are typically mild and often manifest as subcutaneous hematomas. CONCLUSION There is a lack of definitive acupuncture guidelines that can effectively determine the optimal therapeutic approach for the treatment of gastric ulcer. This expert consensus provides recommendations for clinical research and practice of acupuncture, with a particular focus on the selection of acupoints. However, further exploration through rigorous studies is necessary due to the limited availability of clinical evidence.
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- Lu-Qiang Sun
- Acupuncture and Tuina School, Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu, China
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- Acupuncture and Tuina School, Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu, China; Department of Clinical Medicine of Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, North Sichuan Medical University, Nanchong, China
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- Acupuncture and Tuina School, Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu, China
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- Acupuncture and Tuina School, Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu, China
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- Acupuncture and Tuina School, Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu, China
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- Acupuncture and Tuina School, Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu, China
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- Acupuncture and Tuina School, Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu, China
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- Acupuncture and Tuina School, Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu, China
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- Acupuncture and Tuina School, Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu, China
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- Acupuncture and Tuina School, Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu, China.
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- Acupuncture and Tuina School, Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Chengdu, China.
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Li J, Shang L, Zhou F, Wang S, Liu N, Zhou M, Lin Q, Zhang M, Cai Y, Chen G, Yang S. Herba Patriniae and its component Isovitexin show anti-colorectal cancer effects by inducing apoptosis and cell-cycle arrest via p53 activation. Biomed Pharmacother 2023; 168:115690. [PMID: 37939611 DOI: 10.1016/j.biopha.2023.115690] [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: 07/23/2023] [Revised: 09/28/2023] [Accepted: 10/09/2023] [Indexed: 11/10/2023] Open
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Colorectal cancer (CRC) is the most prevalent cancer of the digestive tract. Herba Patriniae (also known as Bai Jiang Cao, HP) have been widely used to manage diarrhea, ulcerative colitis, and several cancers, including CRC. Nonetheless, the molecular mechanisms underlying the pharmacological action of HP on CRC remain unclear. This study investigated the underlying mechanisms of HP against CRC using network pharmacology analysis and in vitro and in vivo experiments. The results revealed nine bioactive compounds of HP. Furthermore, 3460 CRC-related targets of the identified active compounds were predicted from the Gene Expression Omnibus (GEO) database. Furthermore, 65 common targets were identified through the intersection of two related targets. Moreover, ten hub genes, including CDK4, CDK2, CDK1, CCND1, CCNB1, CCNA2, MYC, E2F1, CHEK1, and CDKN1A were identified through the topological analysis. Meanwhile, the GO and KEGG pathway analysis revealed that the core target genes were majorly enriched in the p53 and HIF-1 signaling pathways. Moreover, HP promoted apoptosis and suppressed cell proliferation by activating the p53 signaling pathway in a dose-dependent manner, while a similar effect was observed for Isovitexin (the primary component of HP). Overall, this study provides valuable insights into the underlying mechanisms of HP and its component Isovitexin against CRC, providing a theoretical foundation for additional experimental verification of its clinical application.
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- Jinxiao Li
- Department of Clinical Nutrition, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, Hubei, China
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- Department of Clinical Nutrition, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, Hubei, China
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- Department of Clinical Nutrition, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, Hubei, China
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- Department of Clinical Nutrition, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, Hubei, China
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- Rehabilitation Department of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Union Red Cross Hospital, Wuhan 430015, China
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- Department of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, 1227 Jiefang Avenue, Wuhan City 430022, Hubei Province, China
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- Department of Clinical Nutrition, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, Hubei, China
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- Department of Clinical Nutrition, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, Hubei, China
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- Department of Clinical Nutrition, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, Hubei, China
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430022, China..
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- Department of Clinical Nutrition, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, Hubei, China.
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Fernandes MSDS, Lacerda TR, Fidélis DEDS, Santos GCJ, Filgueira TO, de Souza RF, Lagranha CJ, Lira FS, Castoldi A, Souto FO. Environmental Enrichment in Cancer as a Possible Tool to Combat Tumor Development: A Systematic Review. Int J Mol Sci 2023; 24:16516. [PMID: 38003706 PMCID: PMC10671353 DOI: 10.3390/ijms242216516] [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: 09/29/2023] [Revised: 11/10/2023] [Accepted: 11/14/2023] [Indexed: 11/26/2023] Open
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This systematic review aims to evaluate the influence of environmental enrichment (EE) on oncological factors in experimental studies involving various types of cancer models. A comprehensive search was conducted in three databases: PubMed (161 articles), Embase (335 articles), and Scopus (274 articles). Eligibility criteria were applied based on the PICOS strategy to minimize bias. Two independent researchers performed the searches, with a third participant resolving any discrepancies. The selected articles were analyzed, and data regarding sample characteristics and EE protocols were extracted. The outcomes focused solely on cancer and tumor-related parameters, including cancer type, description of the cancer model, angiogenesis, tumor occurrence, volume, weight, mice with tumors, and tumor inhibition rate. A total of 770 articles were identified across the three databases, with 12 studies meeting the inclusion criteria for this systematic review. The findings demonstrated that different EE protocols were effective in significantly reducing various aspects of tumor growth and development, such as angiogenesis, volume, weight, and the number of mice with tumors. Furthermore, EE enhanced the rate of tumor inhibition in mouse cancer models. This systematic review qualitatively demonstrates the impacts of EE protocols on multiple parameters associated with tumor growth and development, including angiogenesis, occurrence, volume, weight, and tumor incidence. Moreover, EE demonstrated the potential to increase the rate of tumor inhibition. These findings underscore the importance of EE as a valuable tool in the management of cancer.
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- Matheus Santos de Sousa Fernandes
- Instituto Keizo Asami, Universidade Federal de Pernambuco, Recife 50740-600, Pernambuco, Brazil; (M.S.d.S.F.); (T.O.F.); (A.C.)
- Programa de Pós-Graduação em Biologia Aplicada à Saúde, Centro de Biociências, Universidade Federal de Pernambuco, Recife 50740-600, Pernambuco, Brazil; (T.R.L.); (D.E.d.S.F.)
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- Programa de Pós-Graduação em Biologia Aplicada à Saúde, Centro de Biociências, Universidade Federal de Pernambuco, Recife 50740-600, Pernambuco, Brazil; (T.R.L.); (D.E.d.S.F.)
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- Programa de Pós-Graduação em Biologia Aplicada à Saúde, Centro de Biociências, Universidade Federal de Pernambuco, Recife 50740-600, Pernambuco, Brazil; (T.R.L.); (D.E.d.S.F.)
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- Instituto Keizo Asami, Universidade Federal de Pernambuco, Recife 50740-600, Pernambuco, Brazil; (M.S.d.S.F.); (T.O.F.); (A.C.)
- Programa de Pós-Graduação em Biologia Aplicada à Saúde, Centro de Biociências, Universidade Federal de Pernambuco, Recife 50740-600, Pernambuco, Brazil; (T.R.L.); (D.E.d.S.F.)
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- Department of Physical Education, Federal University of Sergipe, São Cristovão 49100-000, Sergipe, Brazil;
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- Programa de Pós-Graduação em Nutrição Atividade Física e Plasticidade Fenotípica, Centro Acadêmico de Vitória, Vitória de Santo Antão 55608-680, Pernambuco, Brazil;
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- Exercise and Immunometabolism Research Group, Postgraduate Program in Movement Sciences, Department of Physical Education, Universidade Estadual Paulista (UNESP), Presidente Prudente 19060-900, São Paulo, Brazil;
- Faculty of Sport Science and Physical Education, University of Coimbra, 3000-456 Coimbra, Portugal
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- Instituto Keizo Asami, Universidade Federal de Pernambuco, Recife 50740-600, Pernambuco, Brazil; (M.S.d.S.F.); (T.O.F.); (A.C.)
- Programa de Pós-Graduação em Biologia Aplicada à Saúde, Centro de Biociências, Universidade Federal de Pernambuco, Recife 50740-600, Pernambuco, Brazil; (T.R.L.); (D.E.d.S.F.)
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- Instituto Keizo Asami, Universidade Federal de Pernambuco, Recife 50740-600, Pernambuco, Brazil; (M.S.d.S.F.); (T.O.F.); (A.C.)
- Programa de Pós-Graduação em Biologia Aplicada à Saúde, Centro de Biociências, Universidade Federal de Pernambuco, Recife 50740-600, Pernambuco, Brazil; (T.R.L.); (D.E.d.S.F.)
- Núcleo de Ciências da Vida—NCV, Centro Acadêmico do Agreste—CAA, Caruaru 50670-901, Pernambuco, Brazil
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Tan K, Zhang C, He Z, Zeng P. Construction of an anoikis-associated lncRNA-miRNA-mRNA network reveals the prognostic role of β-elemene in non-small cell lung cancer. Sci Rep 2023; 13:20185. [PMID: 37980372 PMCID: PMC10657389 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-023-46480-7] [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: 09/13/2023] [Accepted: 11/01/2023] [Indexed: 11/20/2023] Open
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β-Elemene is the main active ingredient in Curcumae Rhizoma that exerts antitumour effects. Anoikis affects tumour development through various biological pathways in non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), but the regulation between β-elemene and anoikis remains to be explored. First, we explored the molecular expression patterns of anoikis-associated genes (AAGs) using consensus clustering and characterized the impact of AAGs on patient prognosis, clinical characteristics, and genomic instability. In addition, we revealed that AAG regulatory genes have rich interactions with β-elemene targets, and established a lncRNA-miRNA-mRNA network to explain the effect of β-elemene on anoikis. Finally, to reveal the prognostic effect of their correlation, the prognostic scoring model and clinical nomogram of β-elemene and anoikis were successfully established by least absolute shrinkage and selection operator (LASSO) and random forest algorithms. This prognostic scoring model containing noncoding RNA (ncRNA) can indicate the immunotherapy and mutational landscape, providing a novel theoretical basis and direction for the study of the antitumour mechanism of β-elemene in NSCLC patients.
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- Kai Tan
- Hunan University of Chinese Medicine, Changsha, 410208, Hunan, People's Republic of China
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- Hunan University of Chinese Medicine, Changsha, 410208, Hunan, People's Republic of China
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- Cancer Research Institute of Hunan Academy of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Changsha, 410006, Hunan, People's Republic of China
- Hunan Academy of Traditional Chinese Medicine Affiliated Hospital, Changsha, 410006, Hunan, People's Republic of China
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- Cancer Research Institute of Hunan Academy of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Changsha, 410006, Hunan, People's Republic of China.
- Hunan Academy of Traditional Chinese Medicine Affiliated Hospital, Changsha, 410006, Hunan, People's Republic of China.
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Chen G, Wang N, Yang R, Wu Y, Liu J, Huang Z, Zhang Z, Huang Y, Zhang C, Chan YT, Feng Y. Efficacy and safety of herbal medicines intervention for cachexia associated with cancer: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Phytother Res 2023; 37:5243-5278. [PMID: 37795775 DOI: 10.1002/ptr.7956] [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: 12/21/2022] [Revised: 05/18/2023] [Accepted: 06/30/2023] [Indexed: 10/06/2023]
Abstract
As a worldwide public health issue, cancer-induced cachexia can result in decreasing physical function and survival rate. However, the therapeutic effects of conventional approaches, including pharmacotherapy, exercise and nutritional intervention, are far from satisfactory. Herbal medicines (HMs), especially Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), are reported to effectively treat cachexia for centuries. The inclusion criteria of all participants in this study pointed to the diagnosis of cachexia, the trial group used herbal medicine (HM) in complementary and alternative medicine, etc. Twelve databases, including EMbase, PubMed, Web of science, Cochrane CENTRAL, CINAHL, CINAHLPlus, PsycINFO, AMED, China Biology Medicine disc (CBM), China National Knowledge Infrastructure (CNKI), Wanfang and Chongqing VIP (CQVIP) were retrieved from inception to March 28, 2022. We conducted the meta-analysis utilizing RevMan 5.3. A trial sequential analysis (TSA) was conducted to assess the adequacy of the sample size for the outcomes. We have registered the protocol and the registration number was CRD42022336446. A total of 66 studies were included, containing 3654 patients diagnosed with cancer cachexia, of which 1833 patients were assigned to the trial group and 1821 patients were treated in the control group. Outcomes cover the primary indicator KPS (RR = 1.84, 95%CI = [1.61, 2.09], p < 0.00001), and other outcomes including adverse events rate (RR = 0.37, 95%CI = [0.23, 0.58], p < 0.0001), albumin (MD = 2.14, 95%CI = [1.56, 2.71], p < 0.00001), haemoglobin (MD = 4.88, 95%CI = [3.26, 6.50], p < 0.00001), TCM syndrome effect (MD = 1.47, 95%CI = [1.31, 1.65], p < 0.00001), effect of weight (RR = 1.62, 95%CI = [1.34, 1.95], p < 0.00001), effect of appetite (RR = 1.23, 95%CI = [1.13, 1.34], p < 0.00001), FAACT (RR = 7.81, 95%CI = [6.12, 9.50], p < 0.00001), PG-SGA (MD = -2.16, 95%CI = [-2.65, -1.67], p < 0.00001) and QOL (MD = 5.76, 95%CI = [4.04, 7.48], p < 0.00001), suggesting that HMs or HMs combined with conventional treatment have an ameliorating effect on cachexia in each respect. Subgroup analysis showed that the five HMs with the best effect on improving KPS and their optimal doses were Coicis Semen (Yiyiren) in 10 g group, Citri Reticulatae Pericarpium (Chenpi) in 15 g group, Dioscoreae Rhizoma (Shanyao) in 10 g group, Ophiopogonis Radix (Maidong) in 10 g group and Ginseng Radix Et Rhizoma (Renshen) in 20 g group. In addition, there were HM combinations of levels 2-6. Egger's test showed publication bias for five outcomes. HMs have a significant effect on improving cancer cachexia on FAACT, TCM syndrome, KPS, QOL, appetite, nutritional status (evaluated by PG-SGA scale), weight, levels of albumin and haemoglobin. And the Adverse events rate is less than that of Western Medicine. The herbs with the best curative effect and their optimal dose were Dioscoreae R. (10 g), Citri R.P. (15 g), Coicis S. (10 g), Ophiopogonis R. (10 g) and Ginseng R.E.R. (20 g). Due to the quality of included studies is not high, further high-quality studies are needed to firmly establish the clinical efficacy of HM.
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Affiliation(s)
- Guoming Chen
- School of Chinese Medicine, Li Ka Shing Faculty of Medicine, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR, China
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- School of Chinese Medicine, Li Ka Shing Faculty of Medicine, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR, China
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- School of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, Beijing, China
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- School of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, China
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- School of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, China
| | - Zhiqiang Huang
- School of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, China
| | - Zhenyu Zhang
- School of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, China
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- School of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou, China
| | - Cheng Zhang
- School of Chinese Medicine, Li Ka Shing Faculty of Medicine, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR, China
| | - Yau-Tuen Chan
- School of Chinese Medicine, Li Ka Shing Faculty of Medicine, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR, China
| | - Yibin Feng
- School of Chinese Medicine, Li Ka Shing Faculty of Medicine, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR, China
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