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Jerka D, Bonowicz K, Piekarska K, Gokyer S, Derici US, Hindy OA, Altunay BB, Yazgan I, Steinbrink K, Kleszczyński K, Yilgor P, Gagat M. Unraveling Endothelial Cell Migration: Insights into Fundamental Forces, Inflammation, Biomaterial Applications, and Tissue Regeneration Strategies. ACS APPLIED BIO MATERIALS 2024; 7:2054-2069. [PMID: 38520346 PMCID: PMC11022177 DOI: 10.1021/acsabm.3c01227] [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: 12/12/2023] [Revised: 03/07/2024] [Accepted: 03/11/2024] [Indexed: 03/25/2024]
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Cell migration is vital for many fundamental biological processes and human pathologies throughout our life. Dynamic molecular changes in the tissue microenvironment determine modifications of cell movement, which can be reflected either individually or collectively. Endothelial cell (EC) migratory adaptation occurs during several events and phenomena, such as endothelial injury, vasculogenesis, and angiogenesis, under both normal and highly inflammatory conditions. Several advantageous processes can be supported by biomaterials. Endothelial cells are used in combination with various types of biomaterials to design scaffolds promoting the formation of mature blood vessels within tissue engineered structures. Appropriate selection, in terms of scaffolding properties, can promote desirable cell behavior to varying degrees. An increasing amount of research could lead to the creation of the perfect biomaterial for regenerative medicine applications. In this review, we summarize the state of knowledge regarding the possible systems by which inflammation may influence endothelial cell migration. We also describe the fundamental forces governing cell motility with a specific focus on ECs. Additionally, we discuss the biomaterials used for EC culture, which serve to enhance the proliferative, proangiogenic, and promigratory potential of cells. Moreover, we introduce the mechanisms of cell movement and highlight the significance of understanding these mechanisms in the context of designing scaffolds that promote tissue regeneration.
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- Dominika Jerka
- Department
of Histology and Embryology, Collegium Medicum in Bydgoszcz, Nicolaus Copernicus University in Torun, 85-092 Bydgoszcz, Poland
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- Department
of Histology and Embryology, Collegium Medicum in Bydgoszcz, Nicolaus Copernicus University in Torun, 85-092 Bydgoszcz, Poland
- Faculty
of Medicine, Collegium Medicum, Mazovian
Academy in Płock, 09-402 Płock, Poland
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- Department
of Histology and Embryology, Collegium Medicum in Bydgoszcz, Nicolaus Copernicus University in Torun, 85-092 Bydgoszcz, Poland
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- Department
of Biomedical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Ankara University, Ankara 06100, Turkey
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- Department
of Biomedical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Ankara University, Ankara 06100, Turkey
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- Department
of Biomedical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Ankara University, Ankara 06100, Turkey
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- Department
of Biomedical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Ankara University, Ankara 06100, Turkey
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- Department
of Biomedical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Ankara University, Ankara 06100, Turkey
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- Department
of Dermatology, University of Münster, Von-Esmarch-Str. 58, 48149 Münster, Germany
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- Department
of Dermatology, University of Münster, Von-Esmarch-Str. 58, 48149 Münster, Germany
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- Department
of Biomedical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Ankara University, Ankara 06100, Turkey
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- Department
of Histology and Embryology, Collegium Medicum in Bydgoszcz, Nicolaus Copernicus University in Torun, 85-092 Bydgoszcz, Poland
- Faculty
of Medicine, Collegium Medicum, Mazovian
Academy in Płock, 09-402 Płock, Poland
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Gu P, Wu Y, Lu W. New Perspectives on the Role and Therapeutic Potential of Melatonin in Cardiovascular Diseases. Am J Cardiovasc Drugs 2024; 24:171-195. [PMID: 38436867 DOI: 10.1007/s40256-024-00631-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 01/18/2024] [Indexed: 03/05/2024]
Abstract
Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are the leading cause of death and disability worldwide. It is essential to develop novel interventions to prevent/delay CVDs by targeting their fundamental cellular and molecular processes. Melatonin is a small indole molecule acting both as a hormone of the pineal gland and as a local regulator molecule in various tissues. It has multiple features that may contribute to its cardiovascular protection. Moreover, melatonin enters all cells and subcellular compartments and crosses morphophysiological barriers. Additionally, this indoleamine also serves as a safe exogenous therapeutic agent. Increasing evidence has demonstrated the beneficial effects of melatonin in preventing and improving cardiovascular risk factors. Exogenous administration of melatonin, as a result of its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, has been reported to decrease blood pressure, protect against atherosclerosis, attenuate molecular and cellular damage resulting from cardiac ischemia/reperfusion, and improve the prognosis of myocardial infarction and heart failure. This review aims to summarize the beneficial effects of melatonin against these conditions, the possible protective mechanisms of melatonin, and its potential clinical applicability in CVDs.
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- Pengchen Gu
- Department of Physiology and Neurobiology, Suzhou Medical College of Soochow University, 199 Ren-Ai Road, Suzhou, 215123, Jiang Su Prov., China
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- Department of Physiology and Neurobiology, Suzhou Medical College of Soochow University, 199 Ren-Ai Road, Suzhou, 215123, Jiang Su Prov., China
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- Department of Physiology and Neurobiology, Suzhou Medical College of Soochow University, 199 Ren-Ai Road, Suzhou, 215123, Jiang Su Prov., China.
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Ashour AM. The Effect of Melatonin Supplement on High Arterial Blood Pressure: An Overview from Clinicaltrials.gov. J Multidiscip Healthc 2024; 17:517-520. [PMID: 38328634 PMCID: PMC10848819 DOI: 10.2147/jmdh.s446521] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/14/2023] [Accepted: 01/26/2024] [Indexed: 02/09/2024] Open
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Background Melatonin is a hormone produced by the pineal gland primarily at night. It has been suggested that melatonin may possess various cardiovascular benefits, including the potential to lower blood pressure. For this reason, we sought to identify and provide evidence of the effectiveness of melatonin on high arterial blood pressure in clinical trials. Methods Using the search term "melatonin and hypertension", a search of the ClinicalTrials.gov database was performed on October 10th, 2023. I defined the exclusion and inclusion criteria to isolate appropriate clinical trials. Inclusion criteria for the search included hypertension that utilized melatonin as a treatment supplement; all non-related trials were omitted from the search. The data extractions, including study title, study type, study status, and intervention and outcome details, were compiled. Results Of the 13 clinical trials identified, only three focused on examining the effects of melatonin. The study titles, enrollment numbers, conditions, statuses, interventions, and outcome measures have been explained in depth. Information gathered from these clinical trials will assist us in identifying the possible risks and benefits of melatonin with respect to high arterial blood pressure. Conclusion Melatonin has been shown to be an effective treatment for lowering blood pressure. More research is required to fully establish the potential benefits and risks and highlight the mechanisms through which melatonin may influence blood pressure regulation.
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- Ahmed M Ashour
- Pharmacology and Toxicology Department, College of Pharmacy, Umm Al-Qura University, Makkah, Saudi Arabia
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Kamfar WW, Khraiwesh HM, Ibrahim MO, Qadhi AH, Azhar WF, Ghafouri KJ, Alhussain MH, Aldairi AF, AlShahrani AM, Alghannam AF, Abdulal RH, Al-Slaihat AH, Qutob MS, Elrggal ME, Ghaith MM, Azzeh FS. Comprehensive review of melatonin as a promising nutritional and nutraceutical supplement. Heliyon 2024; 10:e24266. [PMID: 38293391 PMCID: PMC10825492 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2024.e24266] [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: 06/16/2023] [Revised: 10/05/2023] [Accepted: 01/05/2024] [Indexed: 02/01/2024] Open
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Background Melatonin is an indoleamine hormone secreted by the pineal gland at night and has an essential role in regulating human circadian rhythms (the internal 24-h clock) and sleep-wake patterns. However, it has recently gained considerable attention for its demonstrated ability in disease management. This review discusses the major biological activities of melatonin, its metabolites as nutritional supplements, and its bioavailability in food sources. Methods The information acquisition process involved conducting a comprehensive search across academic databases including PubMed, Scopus, Wiley, Embase, and Springer using relevant keywords. Only the most recent, peer-reviewed articles published in the English language were considered for inclusion. Results The molecular mechanisms by which melatonin induces its therapeutic effects have been the subject of various studies. Conclusion While melatonin was initially understood to only regulate circadian rhythms, recent studies indicate that it has a far-reaching effect on various organs and physiological systems, such as immunity, cardiovascular function, antioxidant defense, and lipid hemostasis. As a potent antioxidant, anti-cancer, anti-inflammatory, and immunoregulatory agent, multiple therapeutic applications have been proposed for melatonin.
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- Waad W. Kamfar
- Department of Clinical Nutrition, Faculty of Applied Medical Sciences, UmmAl-Qura University, P.O. Box: 7067, Makkah, Saudi Arabia
- Medical Nutrition and Food Services Department, Almana Hospitals, Aziziah, Dammam, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Nutrition and Food Processing, Faculty of Agricultural Technology, Al-Balqa’ Applied University, Salt, Jordan
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- Department of Nutrition and Food Technology, Faculty of Agriculture, Mu'tah University, Karak, Jordan
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- Department of Clinical Nutrition, Faculty of Applied Medical Sciences, UmmAl-Qura University, P.O. Box: 7067, Makkah, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Clinical Nutrition, Faculty of Applied Medical Sciences, UmmAl-Qura University, P.O. Box: 7067, Makkah, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Clinical Nutrition, Faculty of Applied Medical Sciences, UmmAl-Qura University, P.O. Box: 7067, Makkah, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Food Science and Nutrition, College of Food and Agriculture Sciences, King Saud University, Riyadh, 11451, Saudi Arabia
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- Faculty of Applied Medical Sciences, Department of Clinical Laboratory Sciences, Umm Al-Qura University, Al Abdeyah, Makkah, 7607, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Basic Medical Sciences, College of Applied Medical Sciences, Khamis Mushayt, King Khalid University, Abha, 62561, Saudi Arabia
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- Lifestyle and Health Research Center, Health Sciences Research Center, Princess Nourah Bint Abdulrahman University, Riyadh, 84428, Saudi Arabia
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- Vaccines and Immunotherapy Unit, King Fahd Medical Research Center, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, 21589, Saudi Arabia
- Department of Biology, Faculty of Science, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, 21589, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Nutrition and Food Technology, School of Agriculture, The University of Jordan, Amman, Jordan
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- Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics Department, Faculty of Allied Medical Sciences, Applied Science Private University, Amman, Jordan
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- Faculty of Applied Medical Sciences, Department of Clinical Laboratory Sciences, Umm Al-Qura University, Al Abdeyah, Makkah, 7607, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Clinical Nutrition, Faculty of Applied Medical Sciences, UmmAl-Qura University, P.O. Box: 7067, Makkah, Saudi Arabia
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Samir H, Mandour AS, Radwan F, Ahmed AE, Momenah MA, Aldawood NA, Yoshida T, Watanabe G, El-Sherbiny HR. Effect of Acute Melatonin Injection on Metabolomic and Testicular Artery Hemodynamic Changes and Circulating Hormones in Shiba Goats under Sub-Tropical Environmental Conditions. Animals (Basel) 2023; 13:1794. [PMID: 37889744 PMCID: PMC10252098 DOI: 10.3390/ani13111794] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/19/2023] [Revised: 05/24/2023] [Accepted: 05/25/2023] [Indexed: 07/30/2023] Open
Abstract
The beneficial effects of melatonin were investigated to mitigate various detrimental effects and toxicity on reproductive performance. The present study aimed, for the first time, to explore the effect of intravenous melatonin injection on testicular artery hemodynamics (TH) and metabolomic changes, reproductive hormones in heat-stressed bucks. Ten bucks were randomly split into two groups (five each): (1) the melatonin group, treated with a single intravenous dose of melatonin solution containing 10 mg melatonin each, and (2) the control group, which was treated with 10 mL of the vehicle without melatonin. Changes in the TH at the level of the supra testicular artery (STA) were assessed by triplex ultrasonography just before (0 h) and at 0.5, 2, 7, 24, and 168 h after melatonin or vehicle administration. Doppler velocity parameters of peak systolic velocity (PSV; cm/s), end-diastolic velocity (EDV; cm/s), and time average maximum velocity (TAMAX; cm/s) were measured. Doppler indices (resistive index; RI and pulsatility index; PI), systole/diastole (S/D) ratio and total arterial blood flow volume (TABFV; ml/minute) were measured. Peripheral concentrations of FSH, LH, inhibin, melatonin, testosterone (T), estradiol (E2), and cortisol were measured just before injection (0 h) and at 0.5, 2, 7, and 24 h and daily up to day 7 post administration in both groups. Results revealed reductions in the RI values and increases in the TABFV in the melatonin group compared to the control one, especially 2 h after administration. Significant increases in concentrations of FSH, T, E2, and melatonin and decreases in cortisol and inhibin in the melatonin group compared to the control one. Plasma metabolomic analysis at 2 h indicated the up-regulation of L-glutamine, L-arginine, sorbitol, D-glucose, ascorbic acid, and ornithine and the down-regulation of D-xylose, D-arabitol, ribitol, and oleic acid in the melatonin versus the control group. In conclusion, acute administration of melatonin (10 mg IV) enhanced testicular artery blood flow and plasma reproductive hormones in the Shiba goat under heat-stress circumstances.
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- Haney Samir
- Department of Theriogenology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Cairo University, Giza 12211, Egypt
- Laboratory of Veterinary Physiology, Department of Veterinary Medicine, Faculty of Agriculture, Tokyo University of Agriculture and Technology, 3-5-8 Saiwai-Cho, Fuchu, Tokyo 183-8509, Japan; (F.R.); (G.W.)
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- Department of Animal Medicine (Internal Medicine), Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Suez Canal University, Ismailia 41522, Egypt;
- Laboratory of Veterinary Surgery, Tokyo University of Agriculture and Technology, Tokyo 183-8509, Japan
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- Laboratory of Veterinary Physiology, Department of Veterinary Medicine, Faculty of Agriculture, Tokyo University of Agriculture and Technology, 3-5-8 Saiwai-Cho, Fuchu, Tokyo 183-8509, Japan; (F.R.); (G.W.)
- Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Benha University, Moshtohor, Toukh, Elqaliobiya 13736, Egypt
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- Biology Department, College of Science, King Khalid University, Abha 61413, Saudi Arabia;
- Theriogenology Department, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, South Valley University, Qena 83523, Egypt
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- Department of Biology, College of Science, Princess Nourah Bint Abdulrahman University, P.O. Box 84428, Riyadh 11671, Saudi Arabia (N.A.A.)
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- Department of Biology, College of Science, Princess Nourah Bint Abdulrahman University, P.O. Box 84428, Riyadh 11671, Saudi Arabia (N.A.A.)
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- Division of Veterinary Research, Department of Veterinary Surgery, Obihiro University of Agriculture and Veterinary Medicine, Obihiro 080-8555, Japan;
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- Laboratory of Veterinary Physiology, Department of Veterinary Medicine, Faculty of Agriculture, Tokyo University of Agriculture and Technology, 3-5-8 Saiwai-Cho, Fuchu, Tokyo 183-8509, Japan; (F.R.); (G.W.)
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- Department of Theriogenology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Cairo University, Giza 12211, Egypt
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Tobeiha M, Jafari A, Fadaei S, Mirazimi SMA, Dashti F, Amiri A, Khan H, Asemi Z, Reiter RJ, Hamblin MR, Mirzaei H. Evidence for the Benefits of Melatonin in Cardiovascular Disease. Front Cardiovasc Med 2022; 9:888319. [PMID: 35795371 PMCID: PMC9251346 DOI: 10.3389/fcvm.2022.888319] [Citation(s) in RCA: 27] [Impact Index Per Article: 13.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/02/2022] [Accepted: 05/10/2022] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
Abstract
The pineal gland is a neuroendocrine gland which produces melatonin, a neuroendocrine hormone with critical physiological roles in the circadian rhythm and sleep-wake cycle. Melatonin has been shown to possess anti-oxidant activity and neuroprotective properties. Numerous studies have shown that melatonin has significant functions in cardiovascular disease, and may have anti-aging properties. The ability of melatonin to decrease primary hypertension needs to be more extensively evaluated. Melatonin has shown significant benefits in reducing cardiac pathology, and preventing the death of cardiac muscle in response to ischemia-reperfusion in rodent species. Moreover, melatonin may also prevent the hypertrophy of the heart muscle under some circumstances, which in turn would lessen the development of heart failure. Several currently used conventional drugs show cardiotoxicity as an adverse effect. Recent rodent studies have shown that melatonin acts as an anti-oxidant and is effective in suppressing heart damage mediated by pharmacologic drugs. Therefore, melatonin has been shown to have cardioprotective activity in multiple animal and human studies. Herein, we summarize the most established benefits of melatonin in the cardiovascular system with a focus on the molecular mechanisms of action.
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- Mohammad Tobeiha
- School of Medicine, Kashan University of Medical Sciences, Kashan, Iran
- Student Research Committee, Kashan University of Medical Sciences, Kashan, Iran
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- Advanced Therapy Medicinal Product (ATMP) Department, Breast Cancer Research Center, Motamed Cancer Institute, ACECR, Tehran, Iran
- Proteomics Research Center, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Internal Medicine and Endocrinology, Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- School of Medicine, Kashan University of Medical Sciences, Kashan, Iran
- Student Research Committee, Kashan University of Medical Sciences, Kashan, Iran
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- School of Medicine, Kashan University of Medical Sciences, Kashan, Iran
- Student Research Committee, Kashan University of Medical Sciences, Kashan, Iran
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- Department of Medical Biotechnology, School of Medicine, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran
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- Department of Pharmacy, Abdul Wali Khan University, Mardan, Pakistan
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- Research Center for Biochemistry and Nutrition in Metabolic Diseases, Institute for Basic Sciences, Kashan University of Medical Sciences, Kashan, Iran
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- Department of Cell Systems and Anatomy, UT Health. Long School of Medicine, San Antonio, TX, United States
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- Laser Research Centre, Faculty of Health Science, University of Johannesburg, Johannesburg, South Africa
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- Research Center for Biochemistry and Nutrition in Metabolic Diseases, Institute for Basic Sciences, Kashan University of Medical Sciences, Kashan, Iran
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Martín Giménez VM, de las Heras N, Lahera V, Tresguerres JAF, Reiter RJ, Manucha W. Melatonin as an Anti-Aging Therapy for Age-Related Cardiovascular and Neurodegenerative Diseases. Front Aging Neurosci 2022; 14:888292. [PMID: 35721030 PMCID: PMC9204094 DOI: 10.3389/fnagi.2022.888292] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/02/2022] [Accepted: 04/25/2022] [Indexed: 12/15/2022] Open
Abstract
The concept of “aging” is defined as the set of gradual and progressive changes in an organism that leads to an increased risk of weakness, disease, and death. This process may occur at the cellular and organ level, as well as in the entire organism of any living being. During aging, there is a decrease in biological functions and in the ability to adapt to metabolic stress. General effects of aging include mitochondrial, cellular, and organic dysfunction, immune impairment or inflammaging, oxidative stress, cognitive and cardiovascular alterations, among others. Therefore, one of the main harmful consequences of aging is the development and progression of multiple diseases related to these processes, especially at the cardiovascular and central nervous system levels. Both cardiovascular and neurodegenerative pathologies are highly disabling and, in many cases, lethal. In this context, melatonin, an endogenous compound naturally synthesized not only by the pineal gland but also by many cell types, may have a key role in the modulation of multiple mechanisms associated with aging. Additionally, this indoleamine is also a therapeutic agent, which may be administered exogenously with a high degree of safety. For this reason, melatonin could become an attractive and low-cost alternative for slowing the processes of aging and its associated diseases, including cardiovascular and neurodegenerative disorders.
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- Virna Margarita Martín Giménez
- Instituto de Investigaciones en Ciencias Químicas, Facultad de Ciencias Químicas y Tecnológicas, Universidad Católica de Cuyo, San Juan, Argentina
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- Departamento de Fisiología, Facultad de Medicina, Universidad Complutense, Madrid, Spain
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- Departamento de Fisiología, Facultad de Medicina, Universidad Complutense, Madrid, Spain
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- Department of Cell Systems and Anatomy, UT Health San Antonio Long School of Medicine, San Antonio, TX, United States
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- Área de Farmacología, Departamento de Patología, Facultad de Ciencias Médicas, Universidad Nacional de Cuyo, Mendoza, Argentina
- Instituto de Medicina y Biología Experimental de Cuyo (IMBECU), Consejo Nacional de Investigaciones Científicas y Tecnológicas (CONICET), Mendoza, Argentina
- *Correspondence: Walter Manucha ;
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Han Q, Bagi Z, Rudic RD. Review: Circadian clocks and rhythms in the vascular tree. Curr Opin Pharmacol 2021; 59:52-60. [PMID: 34111736 DOI: 10.1016/j.coph.2021.04.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/13/2021] [Revised: 04/23/2021] [Accepted: 04/28/2021] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
Abstract
The progression of vascular disease is influenced by many factors including aging, gender, diet, hypertension, and poor sleep. The intrinsic vascular circadian clock and the timing it imparts on the vasculature both conditions and is conditioned by all these variables. Circadian rhythms and their molecular components are rhythmically cycling in each endothelial cell, smooth muscle cell, in each artery, arteriole, vein, venule, and capillary. New research continues to tackle how circadian clocks act in the vasculature, describing influences in experimental and human disease, identifying potential target genes, compensatory molecules, that ultimately reveal a complexity that is vascular-bed-specific, cell-type-specific, and even single-cell-specific. Though we are yet to achieve a complete understanding, here we survey recent observations that are shedding more light on the nature of the interaction between circadian rhythms and the vascular system with implications for blood vessel disease.
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- Qimei Han
- Department of Pharmacology & Toxicology, Medical College of Georgia, Augusta University, Augusta, GA, USA
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- Department of Physiology, Medical College of Georgia, Augusta University, Augusta, GA, USA
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- Department of Pharmacology & Toxicology, Medical College of Georgia, Augusta University, Augusta, GA, USA.
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