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Korszun-Karbowniczak J, Krysiak ZJ, Saluk J, Niemcewicz M, Zdanowski R. The Progress in Molecular Transport and Therapeutic Development in Human Blood-Brain Barrier Models in Neurological Disorders. Cell Mol Neurobiol 2024; 44:34. [PMID: 38627312 PMCID: PMC11021242 DOI: 10.1007/s10571-024-01473-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/11/2023] [Accepted: 03/18/2024] [Indexed: 04/19/2024]
Abstract
The blood-brain barrier (BBB) is responsible for maintaining homeostasis within the central nervous system (CNS). Depending on its permeability, certain substances can penetrate the brain, while others are restricted in their passage. Therefore, the knowledge about BBB structure and function is essential for understanding physiological and pathological brain processes. Consequently, the functional models can serve as a key to help reveal this unknown. There are many in vitro models available to study molecular mechanisms that occur in the barrier. Brain endothelial cells grown in culture are commonly used to modeling the BBB. Current BBB platforms include: monolayer platforms, transwell, matrigel, spheroidal, and tissue-on-chip models. In this paper, the BBB structure, molecular characteristic, as well as its dysfunctions as a consequence of aging, neurodegeneration, or under hypoxia and neurotoxic conditions are presented. Furthermore, the current modelling strategies that can be used to study BBB for the purpose of further drugs development that may reach CNS are also described.
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Affiliation(s)
- Joanna Korszun-Karbowniczak
- Laboratory of Molecular Oncology and Innovative Therapies, Military Institute of Medicine National Research Institute, 128 Szaserów Street, 04-141, Warsaw, Poland
- BioMedChem Doctoral School of the University of Lodz and Lodz Institutes of the Polish Academy of Sciences, 21/23 Matejki Street, 90-237, Lodz, Poland
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- Laboratory of Molecular Oncology and Innovative Therapies, Military Institute of Medicine National Research Institute, 128 Szaserów Street, 04-141, Warsaw, Poland.
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- Department of General Biochemistry, Faculty of Biology and Environmental Protection, Institute of Biochemistry, University of Lodz, 68 Narutowicza Street, 90-136, Lodz, Poland
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- Biohazard Prevention Centre, Faculty of Biology and Environmental Protection, University of Lodz, 68 Narutowicza Street, 90-136, Lodz, Poland
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- Laboratory of Molecular Oncology and Innovative Therapies, Military Institute of Medicine National Research Institute, 128 Szaserów Street, 04-141, Warsaw, Poland
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Augustyniak K, Pragnaca A, Lesniak M, Halasa M, Borkowska A, Pieta E, Kwiatek WM, Kieda C, Zdanowski R, Malek K. Correction: Molecular tracking of interactions between progenitor and endothelial cells via Raman and FTIR spectroscopy imaging: a proof of concept of a new analytical strategy for in vitro research. Cell Mol Life Sci 2024; 81:66. [PMID: 38281201 PMCID: PMC10822786 DOI: 10.1007/s00018-023-05038-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 11/06/2023] [Indexed: 01/30/2024]
Affiliation(s)
- Karolina Augustyniak
- Department of Chemical Physics, Faculty of Chemistry, Jagiellonian University in Krakow, Gronostajowa 2, Krakow, 30-387, Poland
- Doctoral School of Exact and Natural Sciences, Jagiellonian University in Krakow, Prof. S. Lojasiewicza 11, Krakow, 30-348, Poland
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- Department of Chemical Physics, Faculty of Chemistry, Jagiellonian University in Krakow, Gronostajowa 2, Krakow, 30-387, Poland
- Doctoral School of Exact and Natural Sciences, Jagiellonian University in Krakow, Prof. S. Lojasiewicza 11, Krakow, 30-348, Poland
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- Laboratory of Molecular Oncology and Innovative Therapies, Military Institute of Medicine-National Research Institute, Szaserow 128, Warsaw, 04-141, Poland
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- Laboratory of Molecular Oncology and Innovative Therapies, Military Institute of Medicine-National Research Institute, Szaserow 128, Warsaw, 04-141, Poland
- Transplant Immunology, The Houston Methodist Research Institute, Houston, TX, USA
- Department of Surgery, The Houston Methodist Hospital, Houston, TX, USA
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- Laboratory of Molecular Oncology and Innovative Therapies, Military Institute of Medicine-National Research Institute, Szaserow 128, Warsaw, 04-141, Poland
- Postgraduate School of Molecular Medicine, Medical University of Warsaw, Zwirki i Wigury 61, Warsaw, 02-091, Poland
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- Institute of Nuclear Physics, Polish Academy of Sciences, Radzikowskiego 152, Krakow, 31-342, Poland
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- Institute of Nuclear Physics, Polish Academy of Sciences, Radzikowskiego 152, Krakow, 31-342, Poland
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- Laboratory of Molecular Oncology and Innovative Therapies, Military Institute of Medicine-National Research Institute, Szaserow 128, Warsaw, 04-141, Poland
- Center for Molecular Biophysics, UPR4301 CNRS, Orleans, France
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- Laboratory of Molecular Oncology and Innovative Therapies, Military Institute of Medicine-National Research Institute, Szaserow 128, Warsaw, 04-141, Poland.
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- Department of Chemical Physics, Faculty of Chemistry, Jagiellonian University in Krakow, Gronostajowa 2, Krakow, 30-387, Poland.
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Augustyniak K, Pragnaca A, Lesniak M, Halasa M, Borkowska A, Pieta E, Kwiatek WM, Kieda C, Zdanowski R, Malek K. Molecular tracking of interactions between progenitor and endothelial cells via Raman and FTIR spectroscopy imaging: a proof of concept of a new analytical strategy for in vitro research. Cell Mol Life Sci 2023; 80:329. [PMID: 37851174 PMCID: PMC10584734 DOI: 10.1007/s00018-023-04986-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/26/2023] [Revised: 09/09/2023] [Accepted: 09/27/2023] [Indexed: 10/19/2023]
Abstract
Circulating endothelial cell progenitors originating from the bone marrow are considered to be a powerful tool in the repair of endothelium damage. Due to their unique properties, endothelial progenitors are now broadly investigated to assess their clinical significance in diseases e.g., associated with brain endothelial dysfunction. However, their distinction in terms of the expression of specific markers remains ambiguous. Additionally, endothelial progenitor cells may change their repertoire of markers depending on the microenvironment of the tissue in which they are currently located. Here, we applied the label-free Raman and FTIR imaging to discriminate mice brain endothelium and endothelial progenitors. Cells cultured separately showed distinctly different spectral signatures extracted from the whole cellular interior as well as the detected intracellular compartments (nucleus, cytoplasm, perinuclear area, and lipid droplets). Then, we used these spectroscopic signals to examine the cells co-cultured for 24Â h. Principal cluster analysis showed their grouping with the progenitor cells and segregation from brain endothelium at a level of the entire cell machinery (in FTIR images) which resulted from biochemical alternations in the cytoplasm and lipid droplets (in Raman images). The models included in partial least square regression indicated that lipid droplets are the key element for the classification of endothelial progenitor-brain endothelial cells interactions.
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- Karolina Augustyniak
- Department of Chemical Physics, Faculty of Chemistry, Jagiellonian University in Krakow, Gronostajowa 2, 30-387, Krakow, Poland
- Doctoral School of Exact and Natural Sciences, Jagiellonian University in Krakow, Prof. S. Lojasiewicza 11, 30-348, Krakow, Poland
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- Department of Chemical Physics, Faculty of Chemistry, Jagiellonian University in Krakow, Gronostajowa 2, 30-387, Krakow, Poland
- Doctoral School of Exact and Natural Sciences, Jagiellonian University in Krakow, Prof. S. Lojasiewicza 11, 30-348, Krakow, Poland
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- Laboratory of Molecular Oncology and Innovative Therapies, Military Institute of Medicine-National Research Institute, Szaserow 128, 04-141, Warsaw, Poland
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- Laboratory of Molecular Oncology and Innovative Therapies, Military Institute of Medicine-National Research Institute, Szaserow 128, 04-141, Warsaw, Poland
- Transplant Immunology, The Houston Methodist Research Institute, Houston, TX, USA
- Department of Surgery, The Houston Methodist Hospital, Houston, TX, USA
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- Laboratory of Molecular Oncology and Innovative Therapies, Military Institute of Medicine-National Research Institute, Szaserow 128, 04-141, Warsaw, Poland
- Postgraduate School of Molecular Medicine, Medical University of Warsaw, Zwirki i Wigury 61, 02-091, Warsaw, Poland
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- Institute of Nuclear Physics, Polish Academy of Sciences, Radzikowskiego 152, 31-342, Krakow, Poland
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- Institute of Nuclear Physics, Polish Academy of Sciences, Radzikowskiego 152, 31-342, Krakow, Poland
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- Laboratory of Molecular Oncology and Innovative Therapies, Military Institute of Medicine-National Research Institute, Szaserow 128, 04-141, Warsaw, Poland
- Center for Molecular Biophysics, UPR4301 CNRS, Orleans, France
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- Laboratory of Molecular Oncology and Innovative Therapies, Military Institute of Medicine-National Research Institute, Szaserow 128, 04-141, Warsaw, Poland.
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- Department of Chemical Physics, Faculty of Chemistry, Jagiellonian University in Krakow, Gronostajowa 2, 30-387, Krakow, Poland.
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Tomaszewska A, Jeleniewska A, Porębska K, Królikowska K, Rustecka A, Lipińska-Opałka A, Będzichowska A, Zdanowski R, Aleksandrowicz K, Kloc M, Kalicki B. Immunomodulatory Effect of Infectious Disease of a Breastfed Child on the Cellular Composition of Breast Milk. Nutrients 2023; 15:3844. [PMID: 37686876 PMCID: PMC10490220 DOI: 10.3390/nu15173844] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/03/2023] [Revised: 08/31/2023] [Accepted: 09/01/2023] [Indexed: 09/10/2023] Open
Abstract
Recent studies suggest that the content of immune components in milk is influenced by the mother's health and also by the infant she feeds. We aimed to evaluate the effect of a child's respiratory tract infection on the cellular composition of breast milk (neutrophils, monocytes, eosinophils, lymphocytes, and their subpopulations). Twenty-six breastfeeding mothers whose children were hospitalized for respiratory tract infections were enrolled in the study. The control group consisted of 23 mothers of healthy children. Regarding the children, baseline laboratory blood tests were performed, and nasal swabs were taken for the presence of RS virus. In the next step, milk samples were collected from the mothers to assess the cellular composition of the milk, including neutrophils, monocytes, eosinophils, lymphocytes, and their subpopulations. Significantly higher percentages of T lymphocytes (helper and cytotoxic lymphocytes) were observed in the milk of the studied mothers. There was a significantly higher percentage of milk lymphocytes in the group of affected children with confirmed RSV etiology than in children with excluded RSV etiology. A significant positive correlation was observed between the duration of infection and the percentage of milk NK cells and between milk CD19 lymphocytes and the child's serum leukocytosis. This study may provide evidence of a link between cells in breast milk and disease in the breastfed infant. The severity of the infection, its duration, and the etiological agent of the infection may affect the cellular composition of milk.
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- Agata Tomaszewska
- Department of Paediatrics, Nephrology and Allergology, Military Institute of Medicine—National Research Institute, Szaserów 128, 04-141 Warsaw, Poland; (A.J.); (K.K.); (A.R.); (A.L.-O.); (A.B.); (B.K.)
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- Department of Paediatrics, Nephrology and Allergology, Military Institute of Medicine—National Research Institute, Szaserów 128, 04-141 Warsaw, Poland; (A.J.); (K.K.); (A.R.); (A.L.-O.); (A.B.); (B.K.)
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- Laboratory of Molecular Oncology and Innovative Therapies, Military Institute of Medicine—National Research Institute, Szaserów 128, 04-141 Warsaw, Poland; (K.P.); (R.Z.); (K.A.)
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- Department of Paediatrics, Nephrology and Allergology, Military Institute of Medicine—National Research Institute, Szaserów 128, 04-141 Warsaw, Poland; (A.J.); (K.K.); (A.R.); (A.L.-O.); (A.B.); (B.K.)
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- Department of Paediatrics, Nephrology and Allergology, Military Institute of Medicine—National Research Institute, Szaserów 128, 04-141 Warsaw, Poland; (A.J.); (K.K.); (A.R.); (A.L.-O.); (A.B.); (B.K.)
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- Department of Paediatrics, Nephrology and Allergology, Military Institute of Medicine—National Research Institute, Szaserów 128, 04-141 Warsaw, Poland; (A.J.); (K.K.); (A.R.); (A.L.-O.); (A.B.); (B.K.)
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- Department of Paediatrics, Nephrology and Allergology, Military Institute of Medicine—National Research Institute, Szaserów 128, 04-141 Warsaw, Poland; (A.J.); (K.K.); (A.R.); (A.L.-O.); (A.B.); (B.K.)
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- Laboratory of Molecular Oncology and Innovative Therapies, Military Institute of Medicine—National Research Institute, Szaserów 128, 04-141 Warsaw, Poland; (K.P.); (R.Z.); (K.A.)
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- Laboratory of Molecular Oncology and Innovative Therapies, Military Institute of Medicine—National Research Institute, Szaserów 128, 04-141 Warsaw, Poland; (K.P.); (R.Z.); (K.A.)
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- Transplant Immunology, The Houston Methodist Research Institute, Houston, TX 77030, USA;
- Department of Surgery, The Houston Methodist Hospital, Houston, TX 77030, USA
- Department of Genetics, MD Anderson Cancer Center, The University of Texas, Houston, TX 77030, USA
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- Department of Paediatrics, Nephrology and Allergology, Military Institute of Medicine—National Research Institute, Szaserów 128, 04-141 Warsaw, Poland; (A.J.); (K.K.); (A.R.); (A.L.-O.); (A.B.); (B.K.)
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Szymański Ł, Lieto K, Zdanowski R, Lewicki S, Tassan JP, Kubiak JZ. Differential Effects of Overexpression of Wild Type and Kinase-Dead MELK in Fibroblasts and Keratinocytes, Potential Implications for Skin Wound Healing and Cancer. Int J Mol Sci 2023; 24:ijms24098089. [PMID: 37175795 PMCID: PMC10179274 DOI: 10.3390/ijms24098089] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/27/2023] [Revised: 04/21/2023] [Accepted: 04/28/2023] [Indexed: 05/15/2023] Open
Abstract
Maternal embryonic leucine-zipper kinase (MELK) plays a significant role in cell cycle progression, mitosis, cell migration, cell renewal, gene expression, embryogenesis, proliferation, apoptosis, and spliceosome assembly. In addition, MELK is known to be overexpressed in multiple types of cancer and is associated with cancer proliferation. Tumorigenesis shares many similarities with wound healing, in which the rate of cell proliferation is a critical factor. Therefore, this study aimed to determine the involvement of MELK in the regulation of cell division in two cell types involved in this process, namely fibroblasts and keratinocytes. We examined how temporal overexpression of wild-type and kinase-dead MELK kinase variants affect the rate of proliferation, viability, cell cycle, and phosphorylation state of other kinases involved in these processes, such as ERK1/2, AKT1, MAPK9, p38, and p53. We explored if MELK could be used as a therapeutic stimulator of accelerated wound healing via increased proliferation. We observed that aberrant expression of MELK results in abnormal proliferation, altered cell cycle distribution, and decreased viability of the cells, which challenge the utility of MELK in accelerated wound healing. Our results indicate that, at least in healthy cells, any deviation from precisely controlled MELK expression is harmful to fibroblasts and keratinocytes.
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- Łukasz Szymański
- Department of Molecular Biology, Institute of Genetics and Animal Biotechnology, Polish Academy of Sciences, Postępu 36A, 05-552 Magdalenka, Poland
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- Department of Molecular Biology, Institute of Genetics and Animal Biotechnology, Polish Academy of Sciences, Postępu 36A, 05-552 Magdalenka, Poland
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- Laboratory of Molecular Oncology and Innovative Therapies, Department of Oncology, Military Institute of Medicine-National Research Institute, 04-141 Warsaw, Poland
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- Institute of Outcomes Research, Maria Sklodowska-Curie Medical Academy, 03-411 Warsaw, Poland
- Faculty of Medical Sciences and Health Sciences, Kazimierz Pulaski University of Technology and Humanities in Radom, 26-600 Radom, Poland
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- Dynamics and Mechanics of Epithelia Group, Institute of Genetics and Development of Rennes (IGDR), CNRS, University Rennes, UMR 6290, 35043 Rennes, France
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- Laboratory of Molecular Oncology and Innovative Therapies, Department of Oncology, Military Institute of Medicine-National Research Institute, 04-141 Warsaw, Poland
- Dynamics and Mechanics of Epithelia Group, Institute of Genetics and Development of Rennes (IGDR), CNRS, University Rennes, UMR 6290, 35043 Rennes, France
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Kloc M, Kubiak JZ, Zdanowski R, Ghobrial RM. Memory Macrophages. Int J Mol Sci 2022; 24:ijms24010038. [PMID: 36613481 PMCID: PMC9819859 DOI: 10.3390/ijms24010038] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/01/2022] [Revised: 12/12/2022] [Accepted: 12/17/2022] [Indexed: 12/24/2022] Open
Abstract
Immunological memory is a crucial part of the immune defense that allows organisms to respond against previously encountered pathogens or other harmful factors. Immunological memory is based on the establishment of epigenetic modifications of the genome. The ability to memorize encounters with pathogens and other harmful factors and mount enhanced defense upon subsequent encounters is an evolutionarily ancient mechanism operating in all animals and plants. However, the term immunological memory is usually restricted to the organisms (invertebrates and vertebrates) possessing the immune system. The mammalian immune system, with innate and adaptive branches, is the most sophisticated among vertebrates. The concept of innate memory and memory macrophages is relatively new and thus understudied. We introduce the concept of immunological memory and describe types of memory in different species and their evolutionary status. We discuss why the traditional view of innate immune cells as the first-line defenders is too restrictive and how the innate immune cells can accumulate and retain immunologic memory. We describe how the initial priming leads to chromatin remodeling and epigenetic changes, which allow memory macrophage formation. We also summarize what is currently known about the mechanisms underlying development of memory macrophages; their molecular and metabolic signature and surface markers; and how they may contribute to immune defense, diseases, and organ transplantation.
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- Malgorzata Kloc
- The Houston Methodist Research Institute, Transplant Immunology, Houston, TX 77030, USA
- Department of Surgery, The Houston Methodist Hospital, Houston, TX 77030, USA
- Department of Genetics, MD Anderson Cancer Center, The University of Texas, Houston, TX 77030, USA
- Correspondence:
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- Dynamics and Mechanics of Epithelia Group, Faculty of Medicine, Institute of Genetics and Development of Rennes, University of Rennes, CNRS, UMR 6290, 35043 Rennes, France
- Laboratory of Molecular Oncology and Innovative Therapies, Military Institute of Medicine National Research Institute, Szaserow 128, 04-141 Warsaw, Poland
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- Laboratory of Molecular Oncology and Innovative Therapies, Military Institute of Medicine National Research Institute, Szaserow 128, 04-141 Warsaw, Poland
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- The Houston Methodist Research Institute, Transplant Immunology, Houston, TX 77030, USA
- Department of Surgery, The Houston Methodist Hospital, Houston, TX 77030, USA
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Piprek RP, Rams I, Zdanowski R, Kloc M, Kubiak JZ. Desmoplakin (Dsp) conditional knockout in NR5A1+ somatic cells affects germ cell survival in developing mouse gonads. Reproduction 2022; 163:199-207. [PMID: 35119382 DOI: 10.1530/rep-21-0295] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/21/2021] [Accepted: 02/04/2022] [Indexed: 11/08/2022]
Abstract
Cell-cell interactions are crucial for morphogenesis and tissue formation. Desmoplakin (encoded by the Dsp gene) is a component of desmosomes and anchors the transmembrane adhesion proteins to the cytoskeleton. Its role in gonad development remains vague. To study the role of desmoplakin in gonad development, we used a tissue-specific knockout of the Dsp gene in the NR5A1+ somatic cells of the gonads. We show here that desmoplakin is necessary for the survival of germ cells in fetal testes and ovaries. The Dsp knockout in NR5A1+ somatic cells in testes decreased the number of germ cells, and thus the size of the testes, but did not affect the Sertoli cells or the structure of testis cords and interstitium. The Dsp knockout in NR5A1+ somatic cells in ovaries decreased the number of female germ cells and drastically reduced the formation of ovarian follicles. Dsp knockout in NR5A1+ somatic cells did not affect the sex determination and sexual differentiation of the gonads, as judged from an unchanged expression of genes essential for these processes. We conclude that mediated by desmoplakin cell adhesion between the gonadal cells is necessary for germ cell survival.
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- Rafal P Piprek
- R Piprek, Department of Comparative Anatomy, Jagiellonian University in Krakow, Krakow, Poland
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- I Rams, Department of Comparative Anatomy, Jagiellonian University in Krakow, Krakow, Poland
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- R Zdanowski, Laboratory of Molecular Oncology and Innovative Therapies, Military Institute of Medicine, Warszawa, Poland
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- M Kloc, Surgery, Methodist Hosp, Houston, 77030, United States
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El Dika M, Wechselberger L, Djeghout B, Benouareth DE, Jęderka K, Lewicki S, Zdanowski R, Prigent C, Kloc M, Kubiak JZ. Mitotic timing is differentially controlled by A- and B-type cyclins and by CDC6 associated with a bona fide CDK inhibitor Xic1 in Xenopus laevis cell-free extract. Int J Dev Biol 2021; 65:487-496. [PMID: 34549800 DOI: 10.1387/ijdb.200313jk] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
Abstract
The timing of the M-phase is precisely controlled by a CDC6-dependent mechanism inhibiting the mitotic histone H1 kinase. Here, we describe the differential regulation of the dynamics of this mitotic kinase activity by exogenous cyclin A or cyclin B in the Xenopus laevis cycling extracts. We show that the experimental increase in cyclin A modifies only the level of histone H1 kinase activity, while the cyclin B increase modifies two parameters: histone H1 kinase activity and the timing of its full activation, which is accelerated. On the other hand, the cyclin A depletion significantly delays full activation of histone H1 kinase. However, when CDC6 is added to such an extract, it inhibits cyclin B-associated histone H1 kinase, but does not modify the mitotic timing in the absence of cyclin A. Further, we show via p9 co-precipitation with Cyclin-Dependent Kinases (CDKs), that both CDC6 and the bona fide CDK1 inhibitor Xic1 associate with the mitotic CDKs. Finally, we show that the Xic1 temporarily separates from the mitotic CDKs complexes during the peak of histone H1 kinase activity. These data show the differential coordination of the M-phase progression by cyclin A- and cyclin B-dependent CDKs, confirm the critical role of the CDC6-dependent histone H1 kinase inhibition in this process, and show that CDC6 acts differentially through the cyclin B- and cyclin A-associated CDKs. This CDC6- and cyclins-dependent mechanism likely depends on the precisely regulated association of Xic1 with the mitotic CDKs complexes. We postulate that: i. the dissociation of Xic1 from the CDKs complexes allows the maximal activation of CDK1 during the M-phase, ii. the switch between cyclin A- and cyclin B-CDK inhibition upon M-phase initiation may be responsible for the diauxic growth of mitotic histone H1 kinase activity.
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- Mohammed El Dika
- Univ Rennes, UMR 6290, CNRS, Institute of Genetics and Development of Rennes - IGDR, Cell Cycle Group, Faculty of Medicine, Rennes, France
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Kloc M, Ghobrial RM, Lipińska-Opałka A, Wawrzyniak A, Zdanowski R, Kalicki B, Kubiak JZ. Effects of vitamin D on macrophages and myeloid-derived suppressor cells (MDSCs) hyperinflammatory response in the lungs of COVID-19 patients. Cell Immunol 2021; 360:104259. [PMID: 33359760 PMCID: PMC7738277 DOI: 10.1016/j.cellimm.2020.104259] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/11/2020] [Revised: 12/03/2020] [Accepted: 12/05/2020] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
Abstract
Vitamin D regulates homeostasis, anti-microbial response, and inflammation. The vitamin D receptors are expressed in the macrophages and other immune cells, regulating the transcription of many different genes, including those coding the anti-microbial peptides. One of the most severe complications of the SARS-CoV-2 infection is the acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) caused by the hyperinflammatory response (commonly called cytokine storm) of the lung macrophages. Studies showed that Vitamin D deficiency increases the severity of the ARDS in COVID-19 infection. We discuss here how the vitamin D supplementation may influence macrophage and myeloid-derived suppressor cells (MDSCs) inflammatory response, subdue the hyperinflammatory response, and lessen the ARDS in COVID-19 patients.
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- Malgorzata Kloc
- The Houston Methodist Research Institute, Houston, TX 77030, USA; The Houston Methodist Hospital, Department of Surgery, Houston, TX, USA; The University of Texas, M.D. Anderson Cancer Center, Department of Genetics, Houston, TX, USA.
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- The Houston Methodist Research Institute, Houston, TX 77030, USA; The Houston Methodist Hospital, Department of Surgery, Houston, TX, USA
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- Military Institute of Medicine, Clinic of Paediatrics, Nephrology and Child Allergology, Central Clinical Hospital of the Ministry of National Defense, Warsaw, Poland
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- Military Institute of Medicine, Clinic of Paediatrics, Nephrology and Child Allergology, Central Clinical Hospital of the Ministry of National Defense, Warsaw, Poland
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- Laboratory of Molecular Oncology and Innovative Therapies, Military Institute of Medicine (WIM), Warsaw, Poland
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- Military Institute of Medicine, Clinic of Paediatrics, Nephrology and Child Allergology, Central Clinical Hospital of the Ministry of National Defense, Warsaw, Poland
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- Laboratory of Regenerative Medicine and Cell Biology, Military Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology (WIHE), Warsaw, Poland; UnivRennes, UMR 6290, CNRS, Institute of Genetics and Development of Rennes, Cell Cycle Group, Faculty of Medicine, Rennes, France.
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Kloc M, Uosef A, Villagran M, Zdanowski R, Kubiak JZ, Wosik J, Ghobrial RM. RhoA- and Actin-Dependent Functions of Macrophages from the Rodent Cardiac Transplantation Model Perspective -Timing Is the Essence. Biology (Basel) 2021; 10:biology10020070. [PMID: 33498417 PMCID: PMC7909416 DOI: 10.3390/biology10020070] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/10/2020] [Revised: 01/12/2021] [Accepted: 01/18/2021] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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Simple Summary The functions of animal and human cells depend on the actin cytoskeleton and its regulating protein called the RhoA. The actin cytoskeleton and RhoA also regulate the response of the immune cells such as macrophages to the microbial invasion and/or the presence of a non-self, such as a transplanted organ. The immune response against transplant occurs in several steps. The early step occurring within days post-transplantation is called the acute rejection and the late step, occurring months to years post-transplantation, is called the chronic rejection. In clinical transplantation, acute rejection is easily manageable by the anti-rejection drugs. However, there is no cure for chronic rejection, which is caused by the macrophages entering the transplant and promoting blockage of its blood vessels and destruction of tissue. We discuss here how the inhibition of the RhoA and actin cytoskeleton polymerization in the macrophages, either by genetic interference or pharmacologically, prevents macrophage entry into the transplanted organ and prevents chronic rejection, and also how it affects the anti-microbial function of the macrophages. We also focus on the importance of timing of the macrophage functions in chronic rejection and how the circadian rhythm may affect the anti-chronic rejection and anti-microbial therapies. Abstract The small GTPase RhoA, and its down-stream effector ROCK kinase, and the interacting Rac1 and mTORC2 pathways, are the principal regulators of the actin cytoskeleton and actin-related functions in all eukaryotic cells, including the immune cells. As such, they also regulate the phenotypes and functions of macrophages in the immune response and beyond. Here, we review the results of our and other’s studies on the role of the actin and RhoA pathway in shaping the macrophage functions in general and macrophage immune response during the development of chronic (long term) rejection of allografts in the rodent cardiac transplantation model. We focus on the importance of timing of the macrophage functions in chronic rejection and how the circadian rhythm may affect the anti-chronic rejection therapies.
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- Malgorzata Kloc
- The Houston Methodist Research Institute, Houston, TX 77030, USA; (A.U.); (R.M.G.)
- Department of Surgery, The Houston Methodist Hospital, Houston, TX 77030, USA
- M.D. Anderson Cancer Center, Department of Genetics, The University of Texas, Houston, TX 77030, USA
- Correspondence:
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- The Houston Methodist Research Institute, Houston, TX 77030, USA; (A.U.); (R.M.G.)
- Department of Surgery, The Houston Methodist Hospital, Houston, TX 77030, USA
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- Electrical and Computer Engineering Department, University of Houston, Houston, TX 77204, USA; (M.V.); (J.W.)
- Texas Center for Superconductivity, University of Houston, Houston, TX 77204, USA
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- Laboratory of Molecular Oncology and Innovative Therapies, Military Institute of Medicine (WIM), 04-141 Warsaw, Poland;
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- Department of Regenerative Medicine and Cell Biology, Military Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology (WIHE), 01-163 Warsaw, Poland;
- Cell Cycle Group, CNRS, Faculty of Medicine, Institute of Genetics and Development of Rennes, University of Rennes, UMR, 6290 Rennes, France
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- Electrical and Computer Engineering Department, University of Houston, Houston, TX 77204, USA; (M.V.); (J.W.)
- Texas Center for Superconductivity, University of Houston, Houston, TX 77204, USA
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- The Houston Methodist Research Institute, Houston, TX 77030, USA; (A.U.); (R.M.G.)
- Department of Surgery, The Houston Methodist Hospital, Houston, TX 77030, USA
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Lewicka A, Szymański Ł, Rusiecka K, Kucza A, Jakubczyk A, Zdanowski R, Lewicki S. Supplementation of Plants with Immunomodulatory Properties during Pregnancy and Lactation-Maternal and Offspring Health Effects. Nutrients 2019; 11:nu11081958. [PMID: 31434310 PMCID: PMC6723993 DOI: 10.3390/nu11081958] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/29/2019] [Revised: 08/08/2019] [Accepted: 08/16/2019] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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A pregnant woman’s diet consists of many products, such as fruits, vegetables, cocoa, tea, chocolate, coffee, herbal and fruit teas, and various commercially available dietary supplements, which contain a high number of biological active plant-derived compounds. Generally, these compounds play beneficial roles in women’s health and the development of fetus health. There are, however, some authors who report that consuming excessive amounts of plants that contain high concentrations of polyphenols may negatively affect the development of the fetus and the offspring’s health. Important and problematic issues during pregnancy and lactation are bacterial infections treatment. In the treatment are proposals to use plant immunomodulators, which are generally considered safe for women and their offspring. Additional consumption of biologically active compounds from plants, however, may increase the risk of occurrences to irreversible changes in the offspring’s health. Therefore, it is necessary to carry out safety tests for immunomodulators before introducing them into a maternal diet. Here, we present data from animal experiments for the four most-studied plants immunomodulators genus: Rhodiola, Echinacea, Panax, and Camellia, which were used in maternal nutrition.
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- Aneta Lewicka
- Laboratory of Epidemiology, Military Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology, Kozielska 4, 01-163 Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Microwave Safety, Military Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology, Kozielska 4, 01-163 Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Regenerative Medicine and Cell Biology, Military Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology, Kozielska 4, 01-163 Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Regenerative Medicine and Cell Biology, Military Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology, Kozielska 4, 01-163 Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Biochemistry and Food Chemistry, University of Life Sciences, Skromna 8, 20-704 Lublin, Poland
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- Department of Regenerative Medicine and Cell Biology, Military Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology, Kozielska 4, 01-163 Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Regenerative Medicine and Cell Biology, Military Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology, Kozielska 4, 01-163 Warsaw, Poland.
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Kalicki B, Wawrzyniak A, Lipińska-Opałka A, Lewicki S, Zdanowski R. Influence of Vitamin D and Cotinine on T-Regulatory Cells and Asthma Severity in Children. Adv Exp Med Biol 2019; 1021:27-36. [PMID: 28730377 DOI: 10.1007/5584_2017_27] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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Asthma is a common chronic respiratory diseases in children. Understanding the immune mechanisms of epigenetic factors may contribute to a better control of asthma. This study seeks to determine the effects of serum vitamin D and urine cotinine on asthma severity and on T regulatory cells (Tregs) and other immune-related factors such as CD3, CD4, CD8, CD19, CD16/56, and anti-CD3 HLA-DR3. The study involved 34 children with asthma. Disease severity was assessed with the Asthma Control Test, spirometry, and the fractional exhaled nitric oxide (FeNO). The control group consisted of 18 healthy children. We found a significantly lower proportion of Tregs in the serum of asthmatic children compared with the control group (p < 0.002). There were no significant differences in the other immunological factors investigated. Nor was there any appreciable association between vitamin D or cotinine and the course of asthma, FeNO, Tregs, and the other immune factors. However, the percentage of Tregs was positively associated with the level of FeNO (p < 0.02). In conclusion, the study shows a role of T regulatory cells in the pathogenesis of asthma in children, but fails to show any influence of serum vitamin D or urine cotinine on disease course.
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- Bolesław Kalicki
- Department of Pediatrics, Nephrology and Allergology, Military Institute of Medicine, 128 Szaserow Street, 04-141, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Pediatrics, Nephrology and Allergology, Military Institute of Medicine, 128 Szaserow Street, 04-141, Warsaw, Poland.
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- Department of Pediatrics, Nephrology and Allergology, Military Institute of Medicine, 128 Szaserow Street, 04-141, Warsaw, Poland
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Jobs K, Jung A, Lewicki S, Murawski P, Pączek L, Zdanowski R. Assessment of Cross-correlations Between Selected Macromolecules in Urine of Children with Idiopathic Hypercalciuria. Urol J 2018; 15:231-237. [PMID: 29353465 DOI: 10.22037/uj.v0i0.3956] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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PURPOSE The aim of the study was assessment of four selected macromolecules level: osteopontin, calgranulin, uromodulin and bikunin in fresh morning urine sample in children with nephrolithiasis in the course of idiopathic hypercalciuria. MATERIALS AND METHODS The study included 90 subjects aged from 12 months to 18 years. The study group comprised 57 subjects- children with urinary tract lithiasis in the course of idiopathic hypercalciuria and the control group - 33 healthy children with no history of urolithiasis. Determinations of osteopontin, calgranulin, uromodulin and bikunin levels in the first morning urine were performed. RESULTS The study group had a significantly decreased osteopontin excretion and significantly increased bikuninexcretion, and increased, however statistically nonsignificant, calgranulin excretion in comparison with the control group. Uromodulin excretion did not differ between groups. In both groups a statistically significant positive correlation was observed between uromodulin and bikunin levels. CONCLUSION Children with urinary tract lithiasis in the course of idiopathic hypercalciuria reveal a different distribution of the study proteins than a healthy population.
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- Katarzyna Jobs
- Military Institute of Medicine, Clinic of Paediatrics, Nephrology and Paediatric Allergology, Warsaw, Poland.
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- Military Institute of Medicine, Clinic of Paediatrics, Nephrology and Paediatric Allergology, Warsaw, Poland
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- Military Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology, Department of Regenerative Medicine and Cell Biology, Warsaw, Poland
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- Military Institute of Medicine, Department of Information and Communications Technologies, Warsaw, Poland
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- Medical University of Warsaw, Transplantology Institute, Clinic of Immunology, Transplantology and Internal Diseases, Warsaw, Poland
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- Military Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology, Department of Regenerative Medicine and Cell Biology, Warsaw, Poland
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Nowosielska EM, Cheda A, Zdanowski R, Lewicki S, Scott BR, Janiak MK. Effect of internal contamination with tritiated water on the neoplastic colonies in the lungs, innate anti-tumour reactions, cytokine profile, and haematopoietic system in radioresistant and radiosensitive mice. Radiat Environ Biophys 2018; 57:251-264. [PMID: 29626227 PMCID: PMC6060768 DOI: 10.1007/s00411-018-0739-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/22/2018] [Accepted: 03/21/2018] [Indexed: 05/14/2023]
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Tritium is a potentially significant source of internal radiation exposure which, at high levels, can be carcinogenic. We evaluated whether single intraperitoneal injection of BALB/c and C57BL/6 mice with tritiated water (HTO) leading to exposure to low (0.01 or 0.1 Gy) and intermediate (1.0 Gy) cumulative whole-body doses of β radiation is immunosuppressive, as judged by enhancement of artificial tumour metastases, functioning of NK lymphocytes and macrophages, circulating cytokine's levels, and numbers of bone marrow, spleen, and peripheral blood cells. We demonstrate that internal contamination of radiosensitive BALB/c and radioresistant C57BL/6 mice with HTO at all the absorbed doses tested did not affect the development of neoplastic colonies in the lungs caused by intravenous injection of syngeneic cancer cells. However, internal exposure of BALB/c and C57BL/6 mice to 0.1 and 0.01 Gy of β radiation, respectively, up-regulated cytotoxic activity of and IFN-γ synthesis in NK lymphocytes and boosted macrophage secretion of nitric oxide. Internal contamination with HTO did not affect the serum levels of pro- (IL-1β, IL-2, IL-6, TNF-α,) and anti-inflammatory (IL-1Ra, IL-4, IL-10) cytokines. In addition, exposure of mice of both strains to low and intermediate doses from the tritium-emitted β-particles did not result in any significant changes in the numbers of bone marrow, spleen, and peripheral blood cells. Overall, our data indicate that internal tritium contamination of both radiosensitive and radioresistant mice leading to low and intermediate absorbed β-radiation doses is not immunosuppressive but may enhance some but not all components of anticancer immunity.
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- Ewa M Nowosielska
- Department of Radiobiology and Radiation Protection, Military Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology, 4 Kozielska St., 01-163, Warsaw, Poland.
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- Department of Radiobiology and Radiation Protection, Military Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology, 4 Kozielska St., 01-163, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Regenerative Medicine and Cell Biology, Military Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology, 4 Kozielska St., 01-163, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Regenerative Medicine and Cell Biology, Military Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology, 4 Kozielska St., 01-163, Warsaw, Poland
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- Lovelace Respiratory Research Institute, 2425 Ridgecrest Drive SE, Albuquerque, 87108, NM, USA
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- Department of Radiobiology and Radiation Protection, Military Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology, 4 Kozielska St., 01-163, Warsaw, Poland
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Zdanowski R, Leśniak M, Karczmarczyk U, Saracyn M, Bilski M, Kiepura A, Kubiak JZ, Lewicki S. The Effects of Isopropyl Methylphosphono-Fluoridate (IMPF) Poisoning on Tumor Growth and Angiogenesis in BALB/C Mice. Ann Transplant 2018; 23:105-111. [PMID: 29422483 PMCID: PMC6248063 DOI: 10.12659/aot.906548] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/03/2022] Open
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Background Acetylcholinesterase (AChE) and cholinergic receptors have an important role in the immune system and angiogenesis. This work evaluated the effects of isopropyl methylphosphonofluoridate (IMPF), an irreversible inhibitor of AChE, on tumor growth and selected parameters associated with tumor angiogenesis. Material/Methods Experiments were performed on male BALB/c mice exposed to IMPF (study group) or saline buffer (control group) and inoculated with L-1 sarcoma; the number of new blood vessels (TIA test) and the level of αvβ3 integrin (131I-MAb-antiβ3 assay) were analyzed at seven, 14, or 21 days after implantation of the tumor cells. Results The IMPF poisoning affected tumor angiogenesis (TIA test). There was a statistically significant increase in the number of newly forming blood vessels in the group subjected to IMPF and inoculated with tumor cells. Conclusions This study showed that IMPF had a significant effect on the regulation of lymphocyte-induced angiogenesis and the modulation of angiogenic and pro-inflammatory cytokines secretion. The observed effects suggest involvement of neuronal and/or non-neuronal cholinergic signaling pathway.
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- Robert Zdanowski
- Department of Regenerative Medicine and Cell Biology, Military Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Regenerative Medicine and Cell Biology, Military Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology, Warsaw, Poland
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- National Centre For Nuclear Research, Radioisotope Centre Polatom, Otwock, Poland
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- Department of Endocrinology and Isotope Therapy, Military Institute of Medicine, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Endocrinology and Isotope Therapy, Military Institute of Medicine, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Pharmacology, Jagiellonian University Medical College, Cracow, Poland
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- Department of Regenerative Medicine and Cell Biology, Military Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology, Warsaw, Poland.,CNRS UMR 6290, Institute of Genetics and Development of Rennes, Cell Cycle Group, Rennes, France.,University Rennes 1, Faculty of Medicine, Rennes, France
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- Department of Regenerative Medicine and Cell Biology, Military Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology, Warsaw, Poland
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Lewicki S, Skopińska-Różewska E, Lewicka A, Zdanowski R. Long-term supplementation of Rhodiola kirilowii extracts during pregnancy and lactation does not affect mother health status. J Matern Fetal Neonatal Med 2017; 32:838-844. [DOI: 10.1080/14767058.2017.1393069] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/27/2022]
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- Sławomir Lewicki
- Department of Regenerative Medicine and Cell Biology, Military Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Regenerative Medicine and Cell Biology, Military Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology, Warsaw, Poland
- Pathomorphology Department, Center for Biostructure Research, Warsaw Medical University, Warsaw, Poland
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- Independent Laboratory of Epidemiology, Military Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Regenerative Medicine and Cell Biology, Military Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology, Warsaw, Poland
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Saracyn M, Czarzasta K, Brytan M, Murawski P, Lewicki S, Ząbkowski T, Zdanowski R, Cudnoch-Jędrzejewska A, Kamiński GW, Wańkowicz Z. Role of Nitric Oxide Pathway in Development and Progression of Chronic Kidney Disease in Rats Sensitive and Resistant to its Occurrence in an Experimental Model of 5/6 Nephrectomy. Med Sci Monit 2017; 23:4865-4873. [PMID: 29018182 PMCID: PMC5649515 DOI: 10.12659/msm.903820] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/04/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Understanding the mechanisms conditioning development of chronic kidney disease (CKD) is still a challenge. The aim of this study was to evaluate the activity of the intrarenal nitric oxide (NO) pathway in the context of sensitivity or resistance of different animal strains to the development and degree of renal failure. MATERIAL AND METHODS Two rat strains were used: Wistar (WR) and Sprague-Dawley rats (SDR) in a model of CKD - 5/6 nephrectomy. We assessed parameters of renal failure and expression of nitric oxide synthase (NOS) isoforms in renal cortex and medulla. RESULTS We did not observe renal failure in WR, and CKD developed in SDR with increase of creatinine and urea concentration as well as decrease of diuresis and glomerular filtration. In the renal cortex, baseline expression of NOS2 was higher in WR than in SDR. 5/6 nephrectomy resulted in reduction of NOS2 in both strains and NOS3 in WR. In the renal medulla, baseline NOS2 expression was higher in SDR, and nephrectomy resulted in its decrease only in SDR. Although baseline NOS3 expression was higher in SDR, the NOS3 expression after nephrectomy was higher in WR rats. CONCLUSIONS In model of CKD - 5/6 nephrectomy, SDR proved to be sensitive and WR resistant to development of CKD. The intrarenal activity of the nitric oxide pathway was the factor that differentiated both strains. This mechanism may be responsible for insensitivity of WR to development of renal failure in this model of CKD.
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- Marek Saracyn
- Department of Endocrinology and Isotope Therapy, Military Institute of Medicine, Warsaw, Poland.,Department of Internal Diseases, Nephrology, and Dialysis, Military Institute of Medicine, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Experimental and Clinical Physiology, Laboratory Centre for Preclinical Research, Medical University of Warsaw, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology, Military Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Information Technology, Military Institute of Medicine, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Regenerative Medicine, Military Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Urology, Military Institute of Medicine, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Regenerative Medicine, Military Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Internal Diseases, Nephrology, and Dialysis, Military Institute of Medicine, Warsaw, Poland
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Bałan BJ, Skopińska-Różewska E, Skopiński P, Zdanowski R, Leśniak M, Kiepura A, Lewicki S. Morphometric abnormalities in the spleen of the progeny of mice fed epigallocatechin during gestation and nursing. Pol J Vet Sci 2017; 20:5-12. [PMID: 28525335 DOI: 10.1515/pjvs-2017-0001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/20/2023]
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It is very difficult to cure pregnant females suffering from infections, because of the risk which might occur during treatment by several, even herbal, medications. Many of these substances, among them extracts from plants, have antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory and immunostimulatory properties owing to their polyphenols content, but also may reveal unwanted effects on the fetal development because of their anti-angiogenic properties. The aim of the present study was to elucidate whether daily feeding pregnant and nursing mice 0.2 mg/kg epigallocatechin (EGC), previously recognized as angiogenesis inhibitor, may lead to abnormalities in morphology of spleen and in some parameters of immune function of their adult, 6-week old progeny. Morphometry of EGC offspring spleens revealed lower number of lymphatic nodules and their larger diameter than those found in the control offspring. Cellularity of spleens was lower in EGC offspring than in the controls. Cytometric analysis showed that this decline concerns lymphocytes with CD335 (p<0.001), CD19 (p<0.01) and CD4 (p<0.05) markers. No differences were observed in the humoral response to the immunization with SRBC, and in the proliferative response of splenocytes to mitogens PHA, ConA and LPS.
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Bałan BJ, Lewicki S, Siwicki AK, Stelmasiak M, Skopiński P, Skopińska-Różewska E, Wasiutyński A, Zdanowski R. Morphometric abnormalities in spleen and kidney of the progeny of mice fed American cranberry extract (Vaccinium macrocarpon) during pregnancy and lactation. Pol J Vet Sci 2017; 20:57-65. [PMID: 28525344 DOI: 10.1515/pjvs-2017-0009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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Cranberries and cranberry-derived diet supplements are often recommended for the treatment of urinary tract infections, also during pregnancy. These products contain strongly anti-angiogenic chemical compounds which could not be indifferent to the developing fetus. In the present work we evaluated the effect of feeding pregnant and lactating mice American cranberry extract (daily dose 0.88 mg) on the morphology and some parameters of spleen and kidney function of their adult progeny. Six weeks after delivery the morphometry of spleen and kidney, cytometric analysis of spleen lymphocytes, evaluation of humoral response to SRBC (Sheep Red Blood Cells), and examination of serum creatinine/urea concentration, were performed in the offspring. Spleens of progeny from experimental (E) group differed from the spleens of progeny of control mice in the lower number of lymphatic nodules and their larger diameter. Cytometry of spleen cells from progeny of E mothers revealed more CD19+ and CD8+ lymphocytes than in the control group. No difference was seen in the response to immunization by red blood cells of sheep (SRBC) between control and E offspring. An increase in the diameter of glomeruli was observed in the kidneys of the experimental group in comparison with the control group. No abnormalities in creatinine and urea serum level were observed. A higher concentration of VEGF and bFGF in E offspring sera in comparison to the controls was seen. CONCLUSION Although the observed differences between the control and experimental group were not large, caution is recommended in using cranberries and their extracts during pregnancy until more research will be done on this topic.
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Bień K, Lewicki S, Zdanowski R, Skopinska-Różewska E, Krzyżowska M. Feeding Pregnant and Lactating Mice Rhodiola kirilowii Extracts helps to Preserve Thymus Function of their Adult Progeny. Pol J Vet Sci 2017; 19:581-587. [PMID: 27760021 DOI: 10.1515/pjvs-2016-0073] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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Plants belonging to Rhodiola kirilowii species, members of Rhodiola genus and Crassulaceae family, grow wildly in Tibet, Mongolia and China mountains and are traditionally used as adaptogens, antidepressants and anti-inflammatory remedies. Nowadays, R. kirilowii is cultivated in some countries, also in Poland. In our previous papers we reported immuno- and angio-modulatory effects of aqueous and hydro-alcoholic extracts of radix and rhizome of this plant in non-pregnant and pregnant mice. The aim of the present study was to evaluate the effect of feeding pregnant and further lactating mice these extracts on selected thymus function parameters in adult progeny. The counts of M-30+ apoptotic cells, in the thymuses obtained from progeny of mice fed during pregnancy and lactation water or 50% water-alcoholic extract of Rhodiola kirilowii, were significantly lower (p<0.05) than apoptotic cells counts observed in the control mice. No significant differences in the counts of IL-7-positive cells in the thymuses obtained from progeny of the control mice and mothers treated with water or hydro-alcohol extracts of Rhodiola kirilowii were observed.
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Kacik J, Wróblewska B, Lewicki S, Zdanowski R, Kalicki B. Serum Diamine Oxidase in Pseudoallergy in the Pediatric Population. Adv Exp Med Biol 2017; 1039:35-44. [PMID: 28804811 DOI: 10.1007/5584_2017_81] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/29/2023]
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Histamine intolerance (pseudoallergy) is a poorly investigated type of food hypersensitivity. The main enzyme responsible for histamine degradation in the extracellular matrix is diamine oxidase (DAO). Disturbances in the concentration or activity of DAO may lead to the development of clinical signs of allergy. The aim of the present work was to assess the DAO concentration, peripheral blood morphology, lymphocytes phenotyping (CD3+, CD4+, CD8+, CD19+, NK cells, NKT cells, and activated T-cells), and natural regulatory Treg (nTregs) cell population (CD4+, CD25+, CD127low, and FoxP3) in 34 pediatric patients with histamine-dependent syndromes. Patients were divided into two groups: classical allergy and pseudoallergy on the basis of IgE concentration. The investigation was based on the analysis of peripheral blood samples. A significantly lower serum DAO, both total and specific IgE, concentration was found in the pseudoallergy group compared with the allergy group. There were no significant differences in blood morphology or lymphocyte populations. A similar level of nTreg lymphocytes was also found in both groups, although it was lower than that present in healthy individuals. The findings suggest that the serum DAO is responsible for the symptoms of histamine intolerance. Moreover, a general decrease in nTreg cells in comparison with healthy individuals may lead to symptom aggravation.
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- Joanna Kacik
- Department of Pediatrics, Pediatric Nephrology and Allergology, Military Institute of Medicine, 128 Szaserów, 04-141, Warsaw, Poland.
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- Department of Immunology and Food Microbiology, Institute of Animal Reproduction and Food Research, Polish Academy of Sciences, Olsztyn, Poland
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- Department of Regenerative Medicine and Cell Biology, Military Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Regenerative Medicine and Cell Biology, Military Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Pediatrics, Pediatric Nephrology and Allergology, Military Institute of Medicine, 128 Szaserów, 04-141, Warsaw, Poland
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Khan MI, Czarnecka AM, Lewicki S, Helbrecht I, Brodaczewska K, Koch I, Zdanowski R, Król M, Szczylik C. Comparative Gene Expression Profiling of Primary and Metastatic Renal Cell Carcinoma Stem Cell-Like Cancer Cells. PLoS One 2016; 11:e0165718. [PMID: 27812180 PMCID: PMC5094751 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0165718] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/18/2016] [Accepted: 10/17/2016] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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Background Recent advancement in cancer research has shown that tumors are highly heterogeneous, and multiple phenotypically different cell populations are found in a single tumor. Cancer development and tumor growth are driven by specific types of cells—stem cell-like cancer cells (SCLCCs)—which are also responsible for metastatic spread and drug resistance. This research was designed to verify the presence of SCLCCs in renal cell cancer cell lines. Subsequently, we aimed to characterize phenotype and cell biology of CD105+ cells, defined previously as renal cell carcinoma tumor-initiating cells. The main goal of the project was to describe the gene-expression profile of stem cell-like cancer cells of primary tumor and metastatic origin. Materials and Methods Real-time PCR analysis of stemness genes (Oct-4, Nanog and Ncam) and soft agar colony formation assay were conducted to check the stemness properties of renal cell carcinoma (RCC) cell lines. FACS analysis of CD105+ and CD133+ cells was performed on RCC cells. Isolated CD105+ cells were verified for expression of mesenchymal markers—CD24, CD146, CD90, CD73, CD44, CD11b, CD19, CD34, CD45, HLA-DR and alkaline phosphatase. Hanging drop assay was used to investigate CD105+ cell-cell cohesion. Analysis of free-floating 3D spheres formed by isolated CD105+ was verified, as spheres have been hypothesized to contain undifferentiated multipotent progenitor cells. Finally, CD105+ cells were sorted from primary (Caki-2) and metastatic (ACHN) renal cell cancer cell lines. Gene-expression profiling of sorted CD105+ cells was performed with Agilent’s human GE 4x44K v2 microarrays. Differentially expressed genes were further categorized into canonical pathways. Network analysis and downstream analysis were performed with Ingenuity Pathway Analysis. Results Metastatic RCC cell lines (ACHN and Caki-1) demonstrated higher colony-forming ability in comparison to primary RCC cell lines. Metastatic RCC cell lines harbor numerous CD105+ cell subpopulations and have higher expression of stemness genes (Oct-4 and Nanog). CD105+ cells adopt 3D grape-like floating structures under handing drop conditions. Sorted CD105+ cells are positive for human mesenchymal stem cell (MSC) markers CD90, CD73, CD44, CD146, and alkaline phosphatase activity, but not for CD24 and hematopoietic lineage markers CD34, CD11b, CD19, CD45, and HLA-DR. 1411 genes are commonly differentially expressed in CD105+ cells (both from primary [Caki-2] and metastatic RCC [ACHN] cells) in comparison to a healthy kidney epithelial cell line (ASE-5063). TGF-β, Wnt/β-catenine, epithelial-mesenchymal transition (EMT), Rap1 signaling, PI3K-Akt signaling, and Hippo signaling pathway are deregulated in CD105+ cells. TGFB1, ERBB2, and TNF are the most significant transcriptional regulators activated in these cells. Conclusions All together, RCC-CD105+ cells present stemlike properties. These stem cell-like cancer cells may represent a novel target for therapy. A unique gene-expression profile of CD105+ cells could be used as initial data for subsequent functional studies and drug design.
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- Mohammed I. Khan
- Molecular Oncology Laboratory, Department of Oncology, Military Institute of Medicine, Warsaw, Poland
- * E-mail: (MIK); (AMC)
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- Molecular Oncology Laboratory, Department of Oncology, Military Institute of Medicine, Warsaw, Poland
- * E-mail: (MIK); (AMC)
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- Department of Regenerative Medicine, Military Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology, Warsaw, Poland
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- Molecular Oncology Laboratory, Department of Oncology, Military Institute of Medicine, Warsaw, Poland
- Institute of Genetics and Biotechnology, Faculty of Biology, Warsaw University, Warsaw, Poland
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- Molecular Oncology Laboratory, Department of Oncology, Military Institute of Medicine, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Pathomorphology, Institute of Mother and Child, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Regenerative Medicine, Military Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Physiological Sciences, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Warsaw University of Life Sciences—WULS, Warsaw, Poland
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- Molecular Oncology Laboratory, Department of Oncology, Military Institute of Medicine, Warsaw, Poland
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Lewicki S, Bałan BJ, Skopińska-Różewska E, Zdanowski R, Stelmasiak M, Szymański Ł, Stankiewicz W. Modulatory effects of feeding pregnant and lactating mice Rhodiola kirilowii extracts on the immune system of offspring. Exp Ther Med 2016; 12:3450-3458. [PMID: 27882178 PMCID: PMC5103842 DOI: 10.3892/etm.2016.3759] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/05/2016] [Accepted: 06/08/2016] [Indexed: 12/11/2022] Open
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Plants of Rhodiola genus are medicinal herbs that have a number of therapeutic properties, including anti-inflammatory and immunomodulatory activity. The present study aimed to determine whether the use Rhodiola kirilowii as an immunostimulant during pregnancy has an adverse effect on the development of the offspring immune system. Following mating, pregnant mice were placed in three groups that were fed during pregnancy and lactation with R. kirilowii aqueous extract (RKW; 20 mg/kg), R. kirilowii 50% hydro-alcoholic extract (RKW-A; 20 mg/kg) or water (control group), receiving water. Following birth, offspring were given six weeks to develop prior to evaluation of their immune system. Morphometric and morphological examination of the spleen did not reveal any abnormalities or differences between the experimental and control groups. However, both RKW and RKW-A splenic lymphocytes presented a diminished proliferative response to concanavalin A. RKW spleen lymphocytes demonstrated increased metabolic activity following phytohaemagglutinin (PHA) stimulation, which was associated with a higher percentage of cluster of differentiation 4 positive spleen cells and lower interleukin-17a (IL-17a) serum concentration. The RKW-A group exhibited a diminished proliferative response of spleen lymphocytes to PHA and lipopolysaccharide (LPS), and increased serum concentrations of IL-10 and tumor necrosis factor-α (TNF-α). The progeny of mice fed with RKW-A extract demonstrated a significantly lower level of anti-SRBC antibody following immunization compared with progeny of the control (P=0.0305) and RKW (P=0.0331) groups. In conclusion, caution is recommended in the use of RKW and RKW-A extracts as immunostimulants in pregnancy.
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- Sławomir Lewicki
- Department of Regenerative Medicine, Military Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology, 01-163 Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Immunology, Biochemistry and Nutrition, Warsaw Medical University, 02-004 Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Pathomorphology, Center for Biostructure Research, Warsaw Medical University, 02-004 Warsaw, Poland
- Department of Microwave Safety, Military Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology, 01-163 Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Regenerative Medicine, Military Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology, 01-163 Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Immunology, Biochemistry and Nutrition, Warsaw Medical University, 02-004 Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Microwave Safety, Military Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology, 01-163 Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Microwave Safety, Military Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology, 01-163 Warsaw, Poland
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Czarnecka AM, Matak D, Szymanski L, Czarnecka KH, Lewicki S, Zdanowski R, Brzezianska-Lasota E, Szczylik C. Triiodothyronine regulates cell growth and survival in renal cell cancer. Int J Oncol 2016; 49:1666-78. [PMID: 27632932 DOI: 10.3892/ijo.2016.3668] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/20/2016] [Accepted: 07/25/2016] [Indexed: 11/05/2022] Open
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Triiodothyronine plays an important role in the regulation of kidney cell growth, differentiation and metabolism. Patients with renal cell cancer who develop hypothyreosis during tyrosine kinase inhibitor (TKI) treatment have statistically longer survival. In this study, we developed cell based model of triiodothyronine (T3) analysis in RCC and we show the different effects of T3 on renal cell cancer (RCC) cell growth response and expression of the thyroid hormone receptor in human renal cell cancer cell lines from primary and metastatic tumors along with human kidney cancer stem cells. Wild-type thyroid hormone receptor is ubiquitously expressed in human renal cancer cell lines, but normalized against healthy renal proximal tube cell expression its level is upregulated in Caki-2, RCC6, SKRC-42, SKRC-45 cell lines. On the contrary the mRNA level in the 769-P, ACHN, HKCSC, and HEK293 cells is significantly decreased. The TRβ protein was abundant in the cytoplasm of the 786-O, Caki-2, RCC6, and SKRC-45 cells and in the nucleus of SKRC-42, ACHN, 769-P and cancer stem cells. T3 has promoting effect on the cell proliferation of HKCSC, Caki-2, ASE, ACHN, SK-RC-42, SMKT-R2, Caki-1, 786-0, and SK-RC-45 cells. Tyrosine kinase inhibitor, sunitinib, directly inhibits proliferation of RCC cells, while thyroid hormone receptor antagonist 1-850 (CAS 251310‑57-3) has less significant inhibitory impact. T3 stimulation does not abrogate inhibitory effect of sunitinib. Renal cancer tumor cells hypostimulated with T3 may be more responsive to tyrosine kinase inhibition. Moreover, some tumors may be considered as T3-independent and present aggressive phenotype with thyroid hormone receptor activated independently from the ligand. On the contrary proliferation induced by deregulated VHL and or c-Met pathways may transgress normal T3 mediated regulation of the cell cycle.
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- Anna M Czarnecka
- Department of Oncology with Laboratory of Molecular Oncology, Military Institute of Medicine, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Oncology with Laboratory of Molecular Oncology, Military Institute of Medicine, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Oncology with Laboratory of Molecular Oncology, Military Institute of Medicine, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Molecular Bases of Medicine, Medical University of Lodz, Lodz, Poland
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- Department of Regenerative Medicine, Military Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Regenerative Medicine, Military Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Oncology with Laboratory of Molecular Oncology, Military Institute of Medicine, Warsaw, Poland
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Cywinska MA, Bystrzejewski M, Poplawska M, Kosmider A, Zdanowski R, Lewicki S, Fijalek Z, Ostrowska A, Bamburowicz M, Cieszanowski A, Grudzinski IP. Internalization and cytotoxicity effects of carbon-encapsulated iron nanoparticles in murine endothelial cells: Studies on internal dosages due to loaded mass agglomerates. Toxicol In Vitro 2016; 34:229-236. [DOI: 10.1016/j.tiv.2016.04.011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/28/2014] [Revised: 04/18/2016] [Accepted: 04/19/2016] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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Czarnecka AM, Khan MI, Lewicki S, Krol M, Zdanowski R, Helbrecht I, Szczylik C. Gene expression profiling of primary and metastatic renal cell carcinoma tumor initiating cells. J Clin Oncol 2016. [DOI: 10.1200/jco.2016.34.15_suppl.e16091] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022] Open
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- Military Institute of Medicine, Laboratory of Molecular Oncology, Warsaw, Poland
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- Military Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology, Department of Regenerative Medicine, Warsaw, Poland
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- Warsaw University of Life Sciences, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Department of Physiological Sciences, Warsaw, Poland
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- Military Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology, Department of Regenerative Medicine, Warsaw, Poland
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- Military Institute of Medicine, Laboratory of Molecular Oncology, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Oncology, Military Institute of Medicine, Warsaw, Poland
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Lewicki S, Stankiewicz W, Skopińska-Różewska E, Wilczak J, Leśniak M, Suska M, Siwicki AK, Skopiński P, Zdanowski R. Spleen content of selected polyphenols, splenocytes morphology and function in mice fed Rhodiola kirilowii extracts during pregnancy and lactation. Pol J Vet Sci 2016; 18:847-55. [PMID: 26812829 DOI: 10.1515/pjvs-2015-0110] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
Abstract
UNLABELLED The genus Rhodiola (Crassulaceae) consists of many species, growing mainly in Asia and traditionally used as adaptogens and anti-inflammatory drugs. In order to elaborate herbal immunostimulator which could be safely given to pregnant women, we performed a study on immunotropic effects of feeding pregnant and lactating mice Rhodiola kirilowii extracts. This paper presents the results of the first part of our study - spleen content of selected polyphenols, spleen cellularity, splenocytes phenotype and their response to mitogens. Experiments were performed on adult inbred females of Balb/c strain, mated with adult males. Females, since copulatory plug was noted, up to the 28-th day after delivery were fed daily with 20 mg/kg b.m. water (RKW) or hydro-alcoholic (RKW-A) extracts of Rhodiola kirilowii. RESULTS 1. Significantly lower proportion of pregnant mice in experimental groups than in the control. 2. Cellularity of spleen and flavonol quercetin spleen concentration were significantly lower in experimental groups in comparison to the controls. 3. Flavanols ((+)-catechin and epicatechin) levels were significantly higher in the spleens of experimental mice than in the controls. 4. Positive correlation between spleen cellularity and quercetin, and negative correlation between spleen cellularity and epicatechin content were observed. 5. Spleen mass and spleen lymphocytes phenotype and proliferation in RKW and RKW-A fed mice did not differ from the control. These results, together with suspicion of some embryo-toxicity, are worrying and eliminate the possibility of use Rhodiola kirilowii extracts for long-term treatment in pregnant females.
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Debowski M, El Dika M, Malejczyk J, Zdanowski R, Prigent C, Tassan JP, Kloc M, Lachowicz M, Kubiak JZ. Flexibility vs. robustness in cell cycle regulation of timing of M-phase entry in Xenopus laevis embryo cell-free extract. Int J Dev Biol 2016; 60:305-314. [DOI: 10.1387/ijdb.160134jk] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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Piwowarek KŁ, Mincer-Chojnacka I, Zdanowski R, Kalicki B. Allergic cross-reactivity – a new challenge for allergists? PEDIATR MED RODZ 2015. [DOI: 10.15557/pimr.2015.0036] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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Saracyn M, Zdanowski R, Brytan M, Kade G, Nowak Z, Patera J, Dyrla P, Gil J, Wańkowicz Z. D-Galactosamine Intoxication in Experimental Animals: Is it Only an Experimental Model of Acute Liver Failure? Med Sci Monit 2015; 21:1469-77. [PMID: 26009004 PMCID: PMC4451715 DOI: 10.12659/msm.893291] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/17/2022] Open
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Background Short-term administration of Galactosamine to experimental animals causes liver damage and acute liver failure (ALF), as well as acute renal failure in some cases. The aim of our study was to describe kidney disorders that developed in the course of galactosamine-induced liver failure. Material/Methods Sprague-Dawley rats were randomly divided into 2 groups: a study group administered galactosamine intraperitoneally and a control group administered saline. Results All the animals in the study group developed liver damage and failure within 48 h, with significant increase of alanine (p<0.001), aspartate aminotransferases (p<0.0001), bilirubin (p<0.004), and ammonia (p<0.005) and decrease of albumin (p<0.001) concentrations. Acute renal failure was observed in all test animals, with a significant increase in creatinine (p<0.001) and urea (p<0.001) concentrations and a decrease in creatinine clearance (p<0.0012). Moreover, osmotic clearance (p<0.001), daily natriuresis (p<0.003), and fractional sodium excretion (p<0.016) decreased significantly in this group of animals. The ratio of urine osmolality to serum osmolality did not change. Histopathology of the liver revealed massive necrosis of hepatocytes, whereas renal histopathology showed no changes. Conclusions Acute renal failure that developed in the course of galactosamine-induced ALF was of a functional nature, with the kidneys retaining the ability to concentrate urine and retain sodium, and there were no renal changes in the histopathological examination. It seems that the experimental model of ALF induced by galactosamine can be viewed as a model of hepatorenal syndrome that occurs in the course of acute damage and liver failure.
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- Marek Saracyn
- Department of Internal Diseases, Nephrology and Dialysis, Military Institute of Medicine, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Regenerative Medicine, Military Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology, Military Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Internal Diseases, Nephrology and Dialysis, Military Institute of Medicine, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Internal Diseases, Nephrology and Dialysis, Military Institute of Medicine, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Pathology, Military Institute of Medicine, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Military Institute of Medicine, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Military Institute of Medicine, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Internal Diseases, Nephrology and Dialysis, Military Institute of Medicine, Warsaw, Poland
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Saracyn M, Brytan M, Zdanowski R, Ząbkowski T, Dyrla P, Patera J, Wojtuń S, Kozłowski W, Wańkowicz Z. Hepatoprotective effect of nitric oxide in experimental model of acute hepatic failure. World J Gastroenterol 2014; 20:17407-17415. [PMID: 25516652 PMCID: PMC4265599 DOI: 10.3748/wjg.v20.i46.17407] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/05/2014] [Revised: 07/08/2014] [Accepted: 09/05/2014] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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AIM: To evaluate the effect of nitric oxide (NO) on the development and degree of liver failure in an animal model of acute hepatic failure (AHF).
METHODS: An experimental rat model of galactosamine-induced AHF was used. An inhibitor of NO synthase, nitroarginine methyl ester, or an NO donor, arginine, were administered at various doses prior to or after the induction of AHF.
RESULTS: All tested groups developed AHF. Following inhibition of the endogenous NO pathway, most liver parameters improved, regardless of the inhibitor dose before the induction of liver damage, and depending on the inhibitor dose after liver damage. Prophylactic administration of the inhibitor was more effective in improving liver function parameters than administration of the inhibitor after liver damage. An attempt to activate the endogenous NO pathway prior to the induction of liver damage did not change the observed liver function parameters. Stimulation of the endogenous NO pathway after liver damage, regardless of the NO donor dose used, improved most liver function parameters.
CONCLUSION: The endogenous NO pathway plays an important role in the development of experimental galactosamine-induced AHF.
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Jobs K, Straż-Żebrowska E, Placzyńska M, Zdanowski R, Kalicki B, Lewicki S, Jung A. Interleukin-18 and NGAL in assessment of ESWL treatment safety in children with urolithiasis. Cent Eur J Immunol 2014; 39:384-91. [PMID: 26155152 PMCID: PMC4440001 DOI: 10.5114/ceji.2014.45952] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/22/2014] [Accepted: 05/30/2014] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
Abstract
Urolithiasis is recurrent chronic disease and a complex nephro-urological problem. Currently it is diagnosed in very young children, even infants in the first quarter of life. Until recently the main method of treatment for stones, which for various reasons did not pass spontaneously, was open surgery. At present, the main method replacing open surgery is extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy (ESWL). Usefulness of common known indicators of the renal function to assess the safety of ESWL procedure is evaluated and verified. The basic markers are serum creatinine, cystatin C, urea, glomerular filtration rate and albuminuria assessment. Unfortunately all these methods show little sensitivity in the case of acute injury processes. There are efforts to use new biomarkers of renal tubular activity, which include among others interleukin 18 (IL-18) and neutrophil gelatinase-associated lipocalin (NGAL). The aim of the study was to assess the safety of ESWL by means of albumin to creatinine ratio, serum cystatin C levels and concentration of two new markers: IL -18 and NGAL. Albumin to creatinine ratio (p = 0.28) and serum cystatin C (p = 0.63) collected before and 48 hours after ESWL did not show statistically significant differences. Similarly, both new markers (IL -18 and NGAL) showed no significant differences (urine IL -18 p = 0.31; serum NGAL p = 0.11; urine NGAL p = 0.29). In conclusion, serum cystatin C tests, urine albumin to creatinine ratio and new early markers of renal tubular injury confirmed the safety of the extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy (ESWL) and show that the procedure does not cause any episode of acute renal injury.
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- Katarzyna Jobs
- Department of Pediatrics, Pediatric Nephrology and Allergology, Military Institute of Medicine, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Pediatrics, Pediatric Nephrology and Allergology, Military Institute of Medicine, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Pediatrics, Pediatric Nephrology and Allergology, Military Institute of Medicine, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Regenerative Medicine, Military Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Pediatrics, Pediatric Nephrology and Allergology, Military Institute of Medicine, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Regenerative Medicine, Military Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Pediatrics, Pediatric Nephrology and Allergology, Military Institute of Medicine, Warsaw, Poland
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Saracyn M, Ząbkowski T, Zdanowski R, Brytan M, Patera J, Nowak Z, Kade G, Wańkowicz Z. Effect of nitric oxide pathway regulation on water/sodium balance and renal function in a rodent model of acute liver and renal failure. Med Sci Monit 2014; 20:1735-44. [PMID: 25270512 PMCID: PMC4186324 DOI: 10.12659/msm.890757] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/09/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND The pathomechanism of acute hepatorenal syndrome (HRS), a particular form of acute renal failure that occurs in the course of acute liver injury, is still poorly understood. The aim of our study was to estimate the influence of the activation and inhibition of the nitric oxide pathway on the water/sodium balance and development of acute renal failure in the course of HRS. MATERIAL AND METHODS We used male Sprague-Dawley rats in the acute galactosamine (Ga1N) model of HRS. The nitric oxide synthase (NOS) inhibitors L-NAME and L-arginine were administered intraperitoneally before and after liver damage. RESULTS HRS developed in all tested groups. L-NAME increased osmotic clearance and urine volume more effectively before liver injury. Furthermore, administration of L-NAME increased creatinine clearance both before and after Ga1N injection. A double dose of L-NAME did not yield further improvement before Ga1N injection, but improved creatinine clearance after Ga1N intoxication. Injection of L-arginine increased sodium excretion and urine volume, but only after liver injury. Moreover, L-arginine injected after Ga1N caused significant improvement of the creatinine clearance in a dose-dependent manner. CONCLUSIONS Our study shows that inhibition of the nitric oxide pathway improves parameters of water and sodium balance and prevents development of acute renal failure in the course of acute liver injury and liver failure. Activation of the nitric oxide system also has a favorable influence on water/sodium balance and renal failure, but only after liver injury.
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- Marek Saracyn
- Department of Internal Diseases, Nephrology and Dialysis, Military Institute of Medicine, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Urology, Military Institute of Medicine, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Regenerative Medicine, Military Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology, Military Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Pathology, Military Institute of Medicine, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Internal Diseases, Nephrology and Dialysis, Military Institute of Medicine, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Internal Diseases, Nephrology and Dialysis, Military Institute of Medicine, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Internal Diseases, Nephrology and Dialysis, Military Institute of Medicine, Warsaw, Poland
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Krzyzowska M, Orłowski P, Bąska P, Bodera P, Zdanowski R, Stankiewicz W. Role of Fas/FasL signaling in regulation of anti-viral response during HSV-2 vaginal infection in mice. Immunobiology 2014; 219:932-43. [PMID: 25129477 DOI: 10.1016/j.imbio.2014.07.021] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/18/2014] [Revised: 06/29/2014] [Accepted: 07/29/2014] [Indexed: 01/09/2023]
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Fas receptor-Fas ligand (FasL) signaling is involved in apoptosis of virus-infected cells but increasing evidence accumulates on Fas receptor as a mediator of apoptosis-independent processes such as induction of activating and pro-inflammatory signals. In this study, we examined the role of Fas/FasL pathway in regulation of anti-viral response to genital HSV-2 infection using a murine model of HSV-2 infection applied to C57BL6/J, B6. MRL-Faslpr/J and B6Smn.C3-Faslgld/J mice. HSV-2 infection of Fas- and FasL-deficient mice led to decreased migration of IFN-γ expressing NK cells and CD4+ T cells, but not of γδ T cells, into the vaginal tissue. The vaginal tissues of HSV-2 infected Fas- and FasL-deficient mice showed increased production of IL-10, followed by low expression of the early CD69 activation marker on CD4+ and CD8+ T cells and increased numbers of regulatory T cells (Tregs). Experiments in co-cultures of CD4+ T cells and bone marrow derived dendritic cells showed that lack of bilateral Fas-FasL signaling led to expansion of Tregs and increased production of IL-10 and TGF-β1. Our results demonstrate that Fas/FasL can regulate development of tolerogenic dendritic cells and expansion of Tregs early during HSV-2 infection, which further influences effective anti-viral response.
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- Malgorzata Krzyzowska
- Military Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology, Warsaw, Poland; Department of Preclinical Sciences, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Warsaw University of Life Sciences, Warsaw, Poland.
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- Military Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Preclinical Sciences, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Warsaw University of Life Sciences, Warsaw, Poland
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- Military Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology, Warsaw, Poland
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Czarnecka AM, Matak D, Solarek W, Khan MI, Szymanski L, Kornakiewicz A, Czarnecka K, Zdanowski R, Krol M, Lewicki S, Szczylik C. Molecular factors regulating clear cell renal cancer cells' fate: Implications for tyrosine kinase inhibitors responsiveness and toxicities. J Clin Oncol 2014. [DOI: 10.1200/jco.2014.32.15_suppl.e15577] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022] Open
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- Medical University of Warsaw, School of Molecular Medicine, Warsaw, Poland
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- Medical University of Warsaw, School of Molecular Medicine, Warsaw, Poland
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- Military Institute of Medicine, Laboratory of Molecular Oncology, Warsaw, Poland
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- Military Institute of Medicine, Laboratory of Molecular Oncology, Warsaw, Poland
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- Medical University of Warsaw, I Faculty of Medicine with Division of Dentistry, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Molecular Bases of Medicine, Medical University of Lodz, Lodz, Poland
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- Military Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology, Department of Regenerative Medicine, Warsaw, Poland
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- Warsaw University of Life Sciences, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Department of Physiological Sciences, Warsaw, Poland
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- Military Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology, Department of Regenerative Medicine, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Oncology, Military Institute of Medicine, Warsaw, Poland
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Czarnecka AM, Solarek W, Matak D, Khan MI, Kornakiewicz A, Szymanski L, Czarnecka K, Lewicki S, Zdanowski R, Szczylik C. The regulation of clear cell renal cancer cells proliferation and tyrosine kinase inhibitors responsiveness by tumor micro-environmental factors. J Clin Oncol 2014. [DOI: 10.1200/jco.2014.32.4_suppl.488] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022] Open
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488 Background: Tumor microenvironment is a complex network of multiple cell types, paracrine and endocrine signaling molecules, ECM and physical factors, which orchestrate the fate of tumor progression. In the field of ccRCC little attention has been paid to non-immunologic factors in tumor niche. Objectives of this study include the analysis of hypoxia, triiodothyronine (T3), insulin, insulin-like growth factor-1 and -2 impact on ccRCC cells. The effect of above mentioned tumor niche factors on TKI activity on ccRCC cells was to be quantified. The study was initiated as ccRCC cells are known to harbor disrupted hypoxia response and TRbeta (TRβ) - T3 receptor - functions as a tumor suppressor with tissue hypothyroidism involved in maintaining a proliferative advantage, whereas hypothyroidisms was defined as biomarker of sunitinib treatment efficacy. Moreover obesity and diabetes (DM2) are considered risk factors for ccRCC and high IGF-I expression is associated with poor long-term patient survival. This research aims to find molecular background for clinically relevant observations. Methods: ccRCC cells from primary and metastatic tumors (ATCC, MSK collections) along with cancer progenitor cells (CD133+) were cultured in normoxic or hypoxic conditions; in defined media supplemented with T3, IN, IGF, TRβ inhibitor and TKIs (sunitinib, axitinib). Cell proliferation was evaluated using AlamarBlue and MTT. Colony formation potential was evaluated. TRβ gene expression was measured with RealTime-RT PCR and sequenced under standard protocol. Normal kidney proximal tube cells were used as negative control. Results: ccRCC TKI responsiveness is limited by hypoxia, at the same time tumor cell proliferation may be promoted by T3, IN and IGF. Colony formation potential of ccRCC cells under TKI treatment in hypoxic conditions is downregulated. Conclusions: Multiple micro-environmental factors modify the proliferation and/or differentiation of ccRCC cell populations. Understanding the complex molecular feedback loops between cancer cells and the surrounding microenvironment should aid the identification of novel targets for improving TKIs clinical management.
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- Medical University of Warsaw, School of Molecular Medicine, Warsaw, Poland
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- Military Institute of Medicine, Laboratory of Molecular Oncology, Warsaw, Poland
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- Military Institute of Medicine, Laboratory of Molecular Oncology, Warsaw, Poland
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- Medical University of Warsaw, I Faculty of Medicine with Division of Dentistry, Warsaw, Poland
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- Military Institute of Medicine, Laboratory of Molecular Oncology, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Molecular Bases of Medicine, Medical University of Lodz, Lodz, Poland
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- Military Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology, Department of Regenerative Medicine, Warsaw, Poland
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- Military Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology, Department of Regenerative Medicine, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Oncology, Military Institute of Medicine, Warsaw, Poland
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Zdanowski R, Krzyżowska M, Lewicki S, Rutkowski P, Leśniak M, Saracyn M, Niemcewicz M, Michalski A, Kowalczyk M. Effect of isopropyl methylphosphonofluoridate (IMPF) poisoning on selected immunological parameters of angiogenesis. Ann Agric Environ Med 2014; 21:733-738. [PMID: 25528912 DOI: 10.5604/12321966.1129925] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/04/2023]
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INTRODUCTION AND OBJECTIVE Acetylcholinesterase (AChE) and cholinergic receptors play an important role in the immune system, including lymphocyte-induced angiogenesis. However, their exact role is not fully understood. The presented work tests the influence of isopropyl methylphosphonofluoridate (IMPF), an irreversible inhibitor of AChE, on selected immune parameters associated with angiogenesis in mice. The levels of VEGF, bFGF, TNF-α, and IFN-γ production were measured, together with the ability of lymphoid spleen cells to induce local GvH reaction after a single dose of IMPF. MATERIALS AND METHOD Experiments were performed in male BALB/c mice. Acetylcholinesterase activity in erythrocytes was determined by the Ellman`s procedure. Levels of cytokines were measured in serum using standard commercial ELISA kits. Influence of IMPF intoxication upon angiogenesis was examined by the LIA test, according to the Sidky and Auerbach procedure. RESULTS The results showed a 6- and 8-fold increase in VEGF at days 1 and 7 of the experiment, respectively, as well as a decrease (at days 14 and 21 after administration), followed by a significant increase (day 1) in bFGF levels. A statistically significant decrease in the concentration of IFN-γ was observed throughout all experiments. The maximum decrease in the level of TNF-α was found at days 1 and 7 after administration of IMPF. Additionally, a significant decrease was found in the ability to form new blood vessels following IMPF administration. CONCLUSIONS This study revealed that IMPF has a significant effect on the regulation of lymphocyte-induced angiogenesis, which is related with the modulation of angiogenic and pro-inflammatory cytokines secretion. The observed differences suggest a possible derangement of certain elements of the neuronal and/or non-neuronal cholinergic system.
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- Robert Zdanowski
- Department of Regenerative Medicine, Military Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Regenerative Medicine, Military Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Regenerative Medicine, Military Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Regenerative Medicine, Military Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Regenerative Medicine, Military Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Internal Diseases, Nephrology and Dialysis, Military Institute of Health Services, Warsaw, Poland
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- Biological Threat Identification and Countermeasure Centre, Military Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology, Puławy, Poland
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- Biological Threat Identification and Countermeasure Centre, Military Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology, Puławy, Poland
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- Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology, Military Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology, Warsaw, Poland; Jozef Piłsudski University of Physical Education, Warsaw, Poland
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Zdanowski R, Lewicki S, Skopińska-Różewska E, Buchwald W, Mrozikiewicz PM, Stankiewicz W. Alcohol- and water-based extracts obtained from Rhodiola rosea affect differently the number and metabolic activity of circulating granulocytes in Balb/c mice. Ann Agric Environ Med 2014; 21:120-123. [PMID: 24738509] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/03/2023]
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INTRODUCTION AND OBJECTIVE Rhodiola rosea (RR) rhizomes with roots extracts are traditional natural drugs originated from Asia and now commonly used as adaptogens and antidepressants. The aim of this work was to study the in vivo effect of aqueous (RRW) and 50% hydro-alcoholic (RRA) extracts on the number and metabolic activity of blood granulocytes in mice. MATERIAL AND METHODS Mice were fed for 7 days RR extract in daily doses 0.05, 0.1, 0.2 or 0.4 mg. The metabolic activity of blood granulocytes was determined by measuring of their luminol-dependent chemiluminescent activity in scintillation counter, after zymosan stimulation. RESULTS Number of blood granulocytes was diminished and their chemiluminescence was enhanced in all groups of mice fed R.rosea hydro-alcoholic extract. Aqueous extract (RRW) was ineffective in all doses applied. CONCLUSION This study revealed difference in the number and metabolic activity of granulocytes mice fed RRA or RRW extracts. Immune characteristics of some individual compounds from RRA and RRW extracts, selected by HPLC analysis, should be carried out in the next experiments.
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- Robert Zdanowski
- Department of Regenerative Medicine, Military Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Regenerative Medicine, Military Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology, Warsaw, Poland
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- Team of Botany and Agriculture of Medicinal Plants, Department of Botany, Breeding and Agriculture, Institute of Natural ibres and Medicinal Plants, Plewiska, Poland
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- Team of Botany and Agriculture of Medicinal Plants, Department of Botany, Breeding and Agriculture, Institute of Natural Fibres and Medicinal Plants, Plewiska, Poland
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- Laboratory of Experimental Pharmacogenetics, Department of Clinical Pharmacy and Biopharmacy Poznań University of Medical Sciences, Poznań, Poland; Department of Quality Control of Medicinal Products and Dietary Supplements, Institute of Natural Fibres and Medicinal Plants, Poznań, Poland
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- Department of Microwawe Safety, Military Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology, Warsaw, Poland
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Lewicki S, Zdanowski R, Krzyżowska M, Lewicka A, Dębski B, Niemcewicz M, Goniewicz M. The role of Chromium III in the organism and its possible use in diabetes and obesity treatment. Ann Agric Environ Med 2014; 21:331-335. [PMID: 24959784 DOI: 10.5604/1232-1966.1108599] [Citation(s) in RCA: 92] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/03/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Diabetes and obesity are diseases characterized by their increasing incidence every year. When comparing with healthy subjects, the serum levels of chromium (Cr) are lowered in these two diseases. Several studies conducted in laboratory animals with experimentally- induced diabetes demonstrated that supplementation with chromium ions (III) decreased glucose concentration in the blood, reduced the probability of atherosclerosis and heart attack, lowered the levels of cholesterol and low density lipoprotein (LDL). The Importance of chromium is actually challenged due to lack of clear manifestations of Cr deficiency in humans and animals. OBJECTIVE The aim of this review was to present current knowledge about Cr its role in the organism and possible mechanisms of its action also in metabolic disorders such as diabetes or obesity. STATE OF KNOWLEDGE In the last decade, Cr was established to be rather a beneficial than essential trace element in mammals, and has gained popularity as a nutritional supplement and a component of many multivitamin/mineral formulations, fortified food and energy drinks. Cr supplements are widespread for diabetes and obesity treatment, despite conflicting reports on its efficacy. It was suggested that Cr shows a beneficial influence upon glucose and lipid disturbances. CONCLUSIONS The recent clinical trials provided evidence both in favor and against the importance of Cr in healthy and ill organisms. Unfortunately, also the molecular mechanism by which chromium affects glucose and lipid metabolism is still unclear. Beneficial effects of diet supplementation with different sources of Cr³⁺ can be potentially explained by rather pharmacological than nutritional effects.
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- Sławomir Lewicki
- Department of Regenerative Medicine, Military Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Regenerative Medicine, Military Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Regenerative Medicine, Military Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Hygiene and Physiology, Military Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology, Warsaw, Poland
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- Division of Biochemistry, Department of Physiological Sciences, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Life Sciences (SGGW), Warsaw, Poland
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- Biological Threats Identification and Countermeasure Centre of the Military Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology, Puławy, Poland
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Skopiński P, Bałan BJ, Kocik J, Zdanowski R, Lewicki S, Niemcewicz M, Gawrychowski K, Skopińska-Różewska E, Stankiewicz W. Inhibitory effect of herbal remedy PERVIVO and anti-inflammatory drug sulindac on L-1 sarcoma tumor growth and tumor angiogenesis in Balb/c mice. Mediators Inflamm 2013; 2013:289789. [PMID: 23935247 PMCID: PMC3712210 DOI: 10.1155/2013/289789] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/10/2013] [Accepted: 06/10/2013] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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Anticancer activity of many herbs was observed for hundreds of years. They act as modifiers of biologic response, and their effectiveness may be increased by combining multiple herbal extracts . PERVIVO, traditional digestive herbal remedy, contains some of them, and we previously described its antiangiogenic activity. Numerous studies documented anticancer effects of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. We were the first to show that sulindac and its metabolites inhibit angiogenesis. In the present paper the combined in vivo effect of multicomponent herbal remedy PERVIVO and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug sulindac on tumor growth, tumor angiogenesis, and tumor volume in Balb/c mice was studied. These effects were checked after grafting cells collected from syngeneic sarcoma L-1 tumors into mice skin. The strongest inhibitory effect was observed in experimental groups treated with PERVIVO and sulindac together. The results of our investigation showed that combined effect of examined drugs may be the best way to get the strongest antiangiogenic and antitumor effect.
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- P. Skopiński
- Department of Histology and Embryology, Center for Biostructure Research, Warsaw Medical University, Chałubińskiego 5, 02-004 Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Immunology, Biochemistry and Nutrition, Warsaw Medical University, Pawińskiego 3a, 01-002 Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Regenerative Medicine, Military Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology, Kozielska 4, 01-163 Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Regenerative Medicine, Military Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology, Kozielska 4, 01-163 Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Regenerative Medicine, Military Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology, Kozielska 4, 01-163 Warsaw, Poland
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- Biological Threats Identification and Countermeasure Center of the Military Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology, Lubelska 2, 24-100 Pulawy, Poland
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- Department of Gynecological Oncology and Oncology, Medicover Hospital, Aleja Rzeczypospolitej 5, 02-972 Warsaw, Poland
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- Pathology Department, Center for Biostructure Research, Warsaw Medical University, Chałubińskiego 5, 02-004 Warsaw, Poland
- Department of Microwave Safety, Military Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology, Kozielska 4, 01-163 Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Microwave Safety, Military Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology, Kozielska 4, 01-163 Warsaw, Poland
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Orlowski P, Krzyzowska M, Zdanowski R, Winnicka A, Nowakowska J, Stankiewicz W, Tomaszewska E, Celichowski G, Grobelny J. Assessment of in vitro cellular responses of monocytes and keratinocytes to tannic acid modified silver nanoparticles. Toxicol In Vitro 2013; 27:1798-808. [PMID: 23727252 DOI: 10.1016/j.tiv.2013.05.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 37] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/07/2013] [Revised: 04/25/2013] [Accepted: 05/16/2013] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Hydrolyzable tannins are known to exhibit diverse biological effects, which can be used in combination with silver nanoparticles (AgNPs). In this study, we tested toxic and inflammatory properties of tannic-acid modified 13, 33, 46 nm and unmodified 10-65 nm AgNPs using murine 291.03C keratinocyte and RAW 264.7 monocyte cell lines. Both cell lines exposed for 24h to 1-10 μg/ml of 13 nm, 33 nm, 46 nm and unmodified AgNPs showed dose-dependent toxicity and decreased cell proliferation. Only small-sized AgNPs induced production of ROS by monocytes, but not keratinocytes. Monocytes internalized large aggregates of 33, 46 nm and 10-65 nm AgNPs in cytoplasmic vacuoles, whereas keratinocytes accumulated less particles. AgNPs of 13 nm were localized ubiquitously within both cell types. The tested AgNPs strongly down-regulated production of tumor necrosis factor-α (TNF-α) by monocytes, whereas keratinocytes exposed to AgNPs showed an opposite effect. Unmodified but not tannic acid-modified AgNPs increased production of the pro-inflammatory MCP-1 by monocytes and keratinocytes. In summary, low inflammatory potential and lack of ROS production by tannic-acid modified AgNPs sized above 30 nm suggests that tannic acid modification of large silver nanoparticles may help to increase AgNPs biosafety.
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- Piotr Orlowski
- Department of Preclinical Sciences, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Warsaw University of Life Sciences, Ciszewskiego 8, 02-786 Warsaw, Poland
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Saracyn M, Patera J, Kocik J, Brytan M, Zdanowski R, Lubas A, Kozłowski W, Wańkowicz Z. Strain of experimental animals and modulation of nitric oxide pathway: their influence on development of renal failure in an experimental model of hepatorenal syndrome. Arch Med Sci 2012; 8:555-62. [PMID: 22852015 PMCID: PMC3400905 DOI: 10.5114/aoms.2012.29281] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/19/2011] [Revised: 10/20/2011] [Accepted: 12/20/2011] [Indexed: 12/22/2022] Open
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INTRODUCTION Pathomechanism of HRS is still poorly understood. The aim of our study was: (1) to test whether different strains of rats could develop typical HRS, and (2) to estimate the influence of activation and inhibition of nitric oxide for development of renal failure in course of HRS. MATERIAL AND METHODS First, we used 16 of Wistar and 16 of Sprague-Dawley rats in galactosamine model of HRS. Next, we used 48 of SDR rats, which received saline, N-nitro-L-arginine or L-arginine before and after liver damage. Twenty four hours urine and blood samples were collected 48 h after saline or Ga1N injection. Biochemical parameters were determined in serum or urine and then creatinine clearance and osmolality clearance were calculated. Liver and kidney tissues were collected for histopathological examination. RESULTS Liver failure developed in all tested groups with significant increase of bilirubin (p < 0.001), ALT (p < 0.001) and ammonia (p < 0.001). Nevertheless we did not achieve any evidence of renal failure in Wistar, but we found typical renal failure in Sprague-Dawley group with significant decrease in creatinine clearance (p < 0.0012) and increase in concentration of creatinine and urea (p < 0.001) and (p < 0.001) respectively. Inhibition of NOS prevented development of renal failure with significant improvement of GFR both before (p < 0.0017) and after (p < 0.003) Ga1N injection. Injection of L-arginine after Ga1N injection did not caused significant improvement of GFR. CONCLUSIONS Our study showed, that genetic factors might be responsible for development of renal failure in course of HRS and nitric oxide play important role in acute model of this syndrome.
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- Marek Saracyn
- Department of Internal Diseases, Nephrology and Dialysis, Military Institute of Health Services, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Pathology, Military Institute of Health Services, Warsaw, Poland
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- Military Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology, Military Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology, Military Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Internal Diseases, Nephrology and Dialysis, Military Institute of Health Services, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Pathology, Military Institute of Health Services, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Internal Diseases, Nephrology and Dialysis, Military Institute of Health Services, Warsaw, Poland
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Zdanowski R, Antkowiak O, Ołdak T, Brytan M, Kowalczyk M. Apoptotic effect of sarin on sarcoma L1 cells—In vitro study. Toxicology 2007. [DOI: 10.1016/j.tox.2006.04.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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Kowalczyk M, Antkowiak B, Antkowiak O, Brytan M, Zdanowski R, Kłos A, Frankiewicz-Jóźko A. Ephedrine-caffeine mixture in wet-cold stress. Pharmacol Rep 2006; 58:364-72. [PMID: 16845210] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/07/2005] [Revised: 04/20/2006] [Indexed: 05/10/2023]
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Our investigations were aimed at studying the possibility of enhancement of homeostatic processes protecting against excessive body cooling by using thermogenic drugs. We studied the influence of ephedrine (1 mg/kg) and caffeine (2.5 mg/kg) mixture in males immersed in cold water (12 degrees C) on core temperature and plasma catecholamines, cortisol, energy substrates and chosen cognitive functions in subjects without or after previous submission to short cold acclimation procedure by five repeated brief cold-water immersions. The tested drugs did not significantly influence core temperature during immersion both in acclimated and non-acclimated subjects, however, they enhanced metabolic response. There were observed faster mobilization and higher increase in energy substrates, more pronounced in acclimated subjects (free fatty acids, glucose). Tested drugs slightly improved some psychosomatic reactions. Although the results of our study suggest that a single application of ephedrine-caffeine mixture might probably support physiological mechanisms protecting against excessive body cooling when used in people in wet-cold conditions, further research is needed to confirm the clinical significance.
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- Marek Kowalczyk
- Military Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology, Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology, Kozielska 4, PL 01-163 Warsaw, Poland.
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Bany J, Zdanowska D, Zdanowski R, Skopińska-Rózewska E. The effect of herbal remedy on the development of Trichinella spiralis infection in mice. Pol J Vet Sci 2003; 6:6-8. [PMID: 14509349] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 04/27/2023]
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The effect of Alchinal (a complex preparation consisting of three substances: Echinacea purpurea extract, Allium sativum extract, cocoa) on the development of Trichinella spiralis infection in mice was studied. The preparation was administered to the animals orally, twice a day in 30 microl doses for 10 days after infecting mice with Trichinella larvae (500 larvae per mouse). It was demonstrated that after Alchinal administration, the number of adult forms (10 dpi--days post infection) and muscular larvae (36 dpi) significantly decreased. It is suggested that the remedy studied causes antiparasitic immunity enhancement in mice. Modulation of immunity by individual component(s) and/or joint action of the substances contained in Alchinal increases the antiparasitic defence of the organism.
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- J Bany
- Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology, Military Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology, Kozielska 4, 01-163 Warsaw, Poland
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