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Tiszler M, Olszak-Wąsik K, Machoń-Grecka A, Bellanti F, Dobrakowski M, Kasperczyk S, Olejek A, Kasperczyk A. Cobalt's role in modulating antioxidant systems and semen quality in males. Reprod Toxicol 2024; 123:108524. [PMID: 38104640 DOI: 10.1016/j.reprotox.2023.108524] [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] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/15/2023] [Revised: 12/11/2023] [Accepted: 12/13/2023] [Indexed: 12/19/2023]
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The present study investigated associations between environmental exposure to cobalt (Co) and the levels of oxidative stress parameters and the antioxidant defense system in the seminal plasma of fertile males. The study population consisted of 117 healthy, non-smoking, fertile men from the southern region of Poland. The study was carried out in 2021-22. Based on the median cobalt levels in seminal plasma, subjects were divided into two groups: those with low (Co-L) and high (Co-H) cobalt concentrations. Semen parameters assessed according to WHO 2021 recommendations. After the analysis of spermiograms, observed reduction in progressive motility after 1 h was found in the Co-H group. Moreover, superoxide dismutase (SOD), glutathione S-transferase (GST) in the Co-H group had lower activity and GR higher activity. The OSI (Oxidative stress index) were higher in the group with high cobalt concentration in semen. The concentrations of redox balance parameters: TOS, TAC and OSI significantly were higher in the Co-high group as well as GR activity. Environmental exposure to cobalt decreases sperm motility in both normal and abnormal semen. The findings from this study affirm that cobalt can induce oxidative stress and alter oxidative stress markers in semen.
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- Michał Tiszler
- I-st Chair and Clinic of Gynecology, Obstetrics and Gynecological Oncology, School of Medicine, Medical University of Silesia, Bytom, Poland
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- I-st Chair and Clinic of Gynecology, Obstetrics and Gynecological Oncology, School of Medicine, Medical University of Silesia, Bytom, Poland
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- Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine, Medical University of Silesia, Zabrze, Poland.
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- Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences, University of Foggia, Viale Pinto, 1, 71122 Foggia, Italy
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- Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine, Medical University of Silesia, Zabrze, Poland
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- Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine, Medical University of Silesia, Zabrze, Poland
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- I-st Chair and Clinic of Gynecology, Obstetrics and Gynecological Oncology, School of Medicine, Medical University of Silesia, Bytom, Poland
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- Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine, Medical University of Silesia, Zabrze, Poland
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Bellanti F, Lo Buglio A, Quiete S, Dobrakowski M, Kasperczyk A, Kasperczyk S, Vendemiale G. Sarcopenia Is Associated with Changes in Circulating Markers of Antioxidant/Oxidant Balance and Innate Immune Response. Antioxidants (Basel) 2023; 12:1992. [PMID: 38001845 PMCID: PMC10669556 DOI: 10.3390/antiox12111992] [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] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/27/2023] [Revised: 11/04/2023] [Accepted: 11/10/2023] [Indexed: 11/26/2023] Open
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(1) Background: The involvement of redox balance alterations and innate immunity is suggested to play a key role in the pathogenesis of sarcopenia. This investigation aimed to define and relate modifications in circulating markers of redox homeostasis and the innate immune response in human sarcopenia. (2) Methods: A total of 32 subjects aged >65 years old and affected by sarcopenia according to the second "European Working Group on sarcopenia in older people" guidelines were compared with 40 non-sarcopenic age-matched controls. To assess systemic redox homeostasis, reduced (GSH) and oxidized (GSSG) blood glutathione and plasma malondialdehyde (MDA)- and 4-hydroxy-2,3-nonenal (HNE)-protein adducts were measured. Immune cells and circulating interleukins were determined to compare the innate immune response between both groups. (3) Results: Impaired redox balance in sarcopenic patients, characterized by a high blood GSSG/GSH ratio and plasma MDA/HNE-protein adducts, was sustained by reduced antioxidants in peripheral blood mononuclear cells. Furthermore, sarcopenic patients showed higher neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratios and interleukin (IL)-4, IL-6, IL-10, and tumor necrosis factor (TNF) with respect to non-sarcopenic patients. Linear regression analysis resulted in a strong association between redox balance and immune response markers in the sarcopenic group. (4) Conclusions: These results support the interplay between redox homeostasis alteration and disruption of the innate immune response in the pathogenesis of sarcopenia.
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- Francesco Bellanti
- Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences, University of Foggia, 71122 Foggia, Italy; (A.L.B.); (S.Q.); (G.V.)
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- Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences, University of Foggia, 71122 Foggia, Italy; (A.L.B.); (S.Q.); (G.V.)
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- Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences, University of Foggia, 71122 Foggia, Italy; (A.L.B.); (S.Q.); (G.V.)
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia, 41-800 Katowice, Poland; (M.D.); (A.K.); (S.K.)
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia, 41-800 Katowice, Poland; (M.D.); (A.K.); (S.K.)
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia, 41-800 Katowice, Poland; (M.D.); (A.K.); (S.K.)
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- Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences, University of Foggia, 71122 Foggia, Italy; (A.L.B.); (S.Q.); (G.V.)
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Stołtny T, Dobrakowski M, Augustyn A, Kasperczyk S, Rokicka D, Skowroński R, Strojek K, Koczy B. Metal-on-metal metaphyseal and ceramic-on-ceramic femoral neck arthroplasty: the impact on clinical results, oxidative stress and concentration of metal ions in serum and blood. Eur J Orthop Surg Traumatol 2023; 33:3089-3097. [PMID: 37017738 PMCID: PMC10504388 DOI: 10.1007/s00590-023-03540-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/17/2023] [Accepted: 03/27/2023] [Indexed: 04/06/2023]
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PURPOSE Growing number of hip arthroplasty in Poland performed with the use of metaphyseal stems results from the decreasing age of patients qualified for procedures and is consistent with the corresponding trends in European countries. To this day, a significant population functions after undergoing hip replacement using metal-on-metal implant. This study was aimed at the assessment of the variability of the oxidative system, as well as the concentrations of chromium and cobalt ions in serum and blood and their potential impact on postoperative clinical status. MATERIAL AND METHODS The analysis included 58 men. The first group-operated using J&J DePuy ASR metal-on-metal implant with metaphyseal stem ProximaTm. Second group-operated using K-Implant SPIRON® femoral neck prosthesis in full ceramic articulation. Selected parameters of oxidative stress and the antioxidant system as well as the concentration of metal ions in blood were determined twice. Each patient underwent two clinical evaluations using acclaimed physical examination scale systems. RESULTS In the first group, significantly higher concentrations of Cr (p = 0.028) and Co (p = 0.002) were demonstrated compared to the group of femoral neck arthroplasty. The mean concentrations of Cr and Co, 10.45 and 9.26 μg/l, respectively, were higher in patients operated bilaterally. In the ASR group, greater pain intensity in the operated hip and higher indicators of oxidative stress were found. CONCLUSIONS Metal-on-metal articulation of the hip significantly increases the concentration of Cr and Co in blood, induces oxidative stress and modifies function of the antioxidant system and generates greater pain in the operated hip.
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- Tomasz Stołtny
- District Hospital of Orthopaedics and Trauma Surgery in Piekary Śląskie. Bytomska, St. 62, 41-940, Piekary Śląskie, Poland
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Jordana St. 19, 41-808, Zabrze, Poland
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- District Hospital of Orthopaedics and Trauma Surgery in Piekary Śląskie. Bytomska, St. 62, 41-940, Piekary Śląskie, Poland.
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Jordana St. 19, 41-808, Zabrze, Poland
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- Department of Internal Diseases, Diabetology, and Cardiometabolic Diseases, School of Medicine With the Division of Dentistry in Zabrze, Silesian Centre for Heart Diseases in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, M. Curie-Skłodowskiej 9, 41-800, Zabrze, Poland
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- "ALFA" Orthopaedics and Traumatology Center Ul. Ogrodniczki, 51 15-763, Białystok, Poland
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- Department of Internal Diseases, Diabetology, and Cardiometabolic Diseases, School of Medicine With the Division of Dentistry in Zabrze, Silesian Centre for Heart Diseases in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, M. Curie-Skłodowskiej 9, 41-800, Zabrze, Poland
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- District Hospital of Orthopaedics and Trauma Surgery in Piekary Śląskie. Bytomska, St. 62, 41-940, Piekary Śląskie, Poland
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Bellanti F, Kasperczyk S, Kasperczyk A, Dobrakowski M, Pacilli G, Vurchio G, Maddalena A, Quiete S, Lo Buglio A, Capurso C, Serviddio G, Vendemiale G. Alteration of circulating redox balance in coronavirus disease-19-induced acute respiratory distress syndrome. J Intensive Care 2023; 11:30. [PMID: 37408073 DOI: 10.1186/s40560-023-00679-y] [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] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/17/2023] [Accepted: 06/27/2023] [Indexed: 07/07/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Mechanisms underpinning ARDS induced by COVID-19 are mostly immune-mediated, but need to be completely clarified. This study aimed to investigate redox balance in COVID-19 patients with ARDS, trying to recognize possible differences from typical ARDS related to the pathophysiology of severe disease. METHODS Patients affected by ARDS and positive for the SARS-CoV-2 virus (N = 40, COVID-19) were compared to ARDS patients negative to the molecular test (N = 42, No COVID-19). Circulating markers of redox balance were measured in serum and erythrocytes, and related to markers of inflammation and coagulability. RESULTS No differences in serum markers of oxidative damage were found between both groups, but a reduction in total antioxidant status and serum ceruloplasmin level was observed in COVID-19 rather than No COVID-19 patients. Redox balance alterations were described in erythrocytes from COVID-19 with respect to No COVID-19 group, characterized by increased lipofuscin and malondialdehyde concentration, and reduced glutathione S-transferase and glutathione reductase activity. These markers were associated with circulating indexes of respiratory disease severity (Horowitz index and alveolar-to-arterial oxygen gradient), inflammation (interleukin-6 and interleukin-10), and hypercoagulability (D-dimer) in COVID-19 patients with ARDS. CONCLUSIONS ARDS caused by COVID-19 is sustained by impairment of redox balance, particularly in erythrocytes. This alteration is associated with the pro-inflammatory and pro-coagulant status which characterizes severe COVID-19.
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- Francesco Bellanti
- Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences, University of Foggia, Viale Pinto, 1, 71122, Foggia, Italy.
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- Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine with the Division of Dentistry in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia, 41-808, Zabrze, Poland
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- Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine with the Division of Dentistry in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia, 41-808, Zabrze, Poland
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- Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine with the Division of Dentistry in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia, 41-808, Zabrze, Poland
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- Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences, University of Foggia, Viale Pinto, 1, 71122, Foggia, Italy
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- Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences, University of Foggia, Viale Pinto, 1, 71122, Foggia, Italy
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- Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences, University of Foggia, Viale Pinto, 1, 71122, Foggia, Italy
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- Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences, University of Foggia, Viale Pinto, 1, 71122, Foggia, Italy
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- Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences, University of Foggia, Viale Pinto, 1, 71122, Foggia, Italy
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- Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences, University of Foggia, Viale Pinto, 1, 71122, Foggia, Italy
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- Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences, University of Foggia, Viale Pinto, 1, 71122, Foggia, Italy
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- Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences, University of Foggia, Viale Pinto, 1, 71122, Foggia, Italy
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Golec M, Zembala-John J, Fronczek M, Konka A, Bochenek A, Wystyrk K, Botor H, Zalewska M, Chrapiec M, Kasperczyk S, Brzoza Z, Bułdak RJ. Relationship between anthropometric and body composition parameters and anti-SARS-CoV-2 specific IgG titers in females vaccinated against COVID-19 according to the heterologous vaccination course: A cohort study. PLoS One 2023; 18:e0287128. [PMID: 37310975 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0287128] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/17/2023] [Accepted: 05/31/2023] [Indexed: 06/15/2023] Open
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INTRODUCTION The aim of this cohort study was to evaluate the relationship between anthropometric and body composition parameters and anti-SARS-CoV-2 IgG titers in a group of females who were vaccinated against COVID-19 with two doses of ChAdOx1 vaccine and then boosted with the BNT162b2 vaccine. MATERIALS AND METHODS The study group consisted of 63 women. Basic demographic and clinical data were collected. To assess the anti-SARS-CoV-2 immunoglobulin G titers following the vaccination, five blood draws were performed: 1) before the first dose, 2) before the second dose, 3) 14-21 days after the primary vaccination, 4) before the booster, and 5) 21 days after the booster. Blood samples were analyzed using a two-step enzymatic chemiluminescent assay. Body mass index and body composition were evaluated using bioelectrical impedance analysis. To select the most distinguishing parameters and correlations between anthropometric and body composition parameters and anti-SARS-CoV-2 IgG titers, factor analysis using the Principal Component Analysis was conducted. RESULTS Sixty-three females (mean age: 46.52 years) who met the inclusion criteria were enrolled. 40 of them (63.50%) participated in the post-booster follow-up. After receiving two doses of the ChAdOx1 vaccine, the study group's anti-SARS-CoV-2 IgG titers were 67.19 ± 77.44 AU/mL (mean ± SD), whereas after receiving a heterologous mRNA booster, the level of anti-SARS-CoV-2 IgG titers was about three-times higher and amounted to 212.64 ± 146.40 AU/mL (mean ± SD). Our data shows that seropositivity, obesity, non-fat-related, and fat-related body composition parameters all had a significant effect on the level of IgG titer after a two-dose vaccination of ChAdOx1. However, only non-fat-related and fat-related body composition parameters had a significant effect on the IgG titer after booster vaccination. CONCLUSION COVID-19 infection before the first dose of vaccination is not related to IgG titer after booster administration. Body composition has a significant effect on the production of anti-SARS-CoV-2 IgG after booster vaccination in females.
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- Marlena Golec
- Silesian Park of Medical Technology Kardio-Med Silesia, Zabrze, Poland
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- Silesian Park of Medical Technology Kardio-Med Silesia, Zabrze, Poland
- Department of Medicine and Environmental Epidemiology, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Zabrze, Poland
- Silesian Center for Heart Diseases, Zabrze, Poland
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- Silesian Park of Medical Technology Kardio-Med Silesia, Zabrze, Poland
- Department of Pharmacology, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Zabrze, Poland
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- Silesian Park of Medical Technology Kardio-Med Silesia, Zabrze, Poland
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- Silesian Park of Medical Technology Kardio-Med Silesia, Zabrze, Poland
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- Silesian Park of Medical Technology Kardio-Med Silesia, Zabrze, Poland
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- Silesian Park of Medical Technology Kardio-Med Silesia, Zabrze, Poland
- Department of Basic Medical Sciences, Faculty of Public Health in Bytom, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Bytom, Poland
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- Silesian Park of Medical Technology Kardio-Med Silesia, Zabrze, Poland
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Zabrze, Poland
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- Department of Internal Diseases, Allergology, Endocrinology and Gastroenterology, Institute of Medical Sciences, University of Opole, Opole, Poland
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- Silesian Park of Medical Technology Kardio-Med Silesia, Zabrze, Poland
- Department of Clinical Biochemistry and Laboratory Diagnostics, Institute of Medical Sciences, University of Opole, Opole, Poland
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Stołtny T, Dobrakowski M, Augustyn A, Rokicka D, Kasperczyk S. The concentration of chromium and cobalt ions and parameters of oxidative stress in serum and their impact on clinical outcomes after metaphyseal hip arthroplasty with modular metal heads. J Orthop Surg Res 2023; 18:225. [PMID: 36945025 PMCID: PMC10031909 DOI: 10.1186/s13018-023-03618-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/08/2023] [Accepted: 02/14/2023] [Indexed: 03/23/2023] Open
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PURPOSE Current epidemiological data forecast an almost 40% increase in the number of hip arthroplasty performed in the population of patients with osteoarthritis in 2060, compared to year 2018. On the basis of 10 years of observation, the failure rate after a metal-on-metal hip replacement is between 56.7 and 88.9%, depending on the used implant. METHODS Seventy-six men operated using metaphyseal hip prostheses, with modular metal heads: the J&J DePuy ASR and Biomet Recap-Magnum systems, after a period of about 5-7 years after the procedure, were assessed twice (an interval of 6 months) in terms of the parameters of oxidative stress and the concentration of chromium, cobalt and ions nickel, as well as their impact on the current clinical status and quality of life. RESULTS The mean values of the Co and Cr ion concentrations increased in a statistically significant manner at the individual stages of the study (13.20 Co and 18.16 Cr) for J&J DePuy ASR. Using the WOMAC-hip, HHS and SF-12 rating scales, the functional status of operated patients in both study groups did not change in a statistically significant manner during subsequent visits. There was a statistically significant increase in perceived pain in patients operated bilaterally with the J&J DePuy ASR system. The severity of pain could be related to the increase in the concentration of Co and Cr ions; however, it concerned a small group of bilaterally operated patients (n = 3 + n = 4). CONCLUSIONS Metal-on-metal configuration in hip arthroplasty significantly influences with the increase in the concentration of chromium and cobalt ions in a double assessment. A statistically significant increase in the concentration of the tested Co and Cr ions in the blood correlates with an increase in the intensity of pain, especially in patients undergoing bilateral surgery. The limitation of this study is the relatively small number of bilaterally operated patients. Elevated levels of Co and Cr ions in the blood of patients operated on with the J&J DePuy ASR system increased steadily during both follow-up visits.
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- Tomasz Stołtny
- District Hospital of Orthopaedics and Trauma Surgery in Piekary Śląskie, Bytomska St. 62, 41-940, Piekary Śląskie, Poland
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Jordana St. 19, 41-808, Zabrze, Poland
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- District Hospital of Orthopaedics and Trauma Surgery in Piekary Śląskie, Bytomska St. 62, 41-940, Piekary Śląskie, Poland.
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- Department of Internal Diseases, Diabetology, and Cardiometabolic Diseases, School of Medicine With the Division of Dentistry in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Silesian Centre for Heart Diseases in Zabrze, M. Curie-Skłodowskiej St. 9, 41-800, Zabrze, Poland
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Jordana St. 19, 41-808, Zabrze, Poland
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Chwalba A, Orłowska J, Słota M, Jeziorska M, Filipecka K, Bellanti F, Dobrakowski M, Kasperczyk A, Zalejska-Fiolka J, Kasperczyk S. Effect of Cadmium on Oxidative Stress Indices and Vitamin D Concentrations in Children. J Clin Med 2023; 12:jcm12041572. [PMID: 36836105 PMCID: PMC9959653 DOI: 10.3390/jcm12041572] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [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] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/28/2022] [Revised: 02/10/2023] [Accepted: 02/10/2023] [Indexed: 02/18/2023] Open
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Heavy metal poisoning can have serious health consequences, including damage to the brain, kidneys, and other organs. Cadmium is a toxic heavy metal that can accumulate in the body over time and the exposure to this element has been linked to a variety of adverse health effects. Cadmium toxicity can lead to an imbalance in the cellular redox state and be a source of oxidative stress. On the molecular level, cadmium ions negatively affect cellular metabolism, including the disruption of energy production, protein synthesis, and DNA damage. The study has been carried out on a group of 140 school-age children (8 to 14 years old) inhabiting the industrialized areas of Upper Silesia. The study population was divided into two sub-groups based on the median concentration of cadmium in blood (0.27 µg/L): Low-CdB and High-CdB. Measured traits comprised blood cadmium levels (CdB) as well as a blood count and selected oxidative stress markers. This research study aimed to demonstrate a correlation between the impact of exposure to elevated cadmium concentrations in a population of children and certain markers of oxidative stress, and 25-OH vitamin D3 concentration. A negative correlation has been found between cadmium concentration and 25-OH vitamin D3 level, protein sulfhydryl groups content in blood serum, glutathione reductase activity, and lipofuscin and malondialdehyde levels in erythrocytes. The concentration of 25-OH vitamin D3 in the High-CdB group was decreased by 23%. The oxidative stress indices can be considered a valuable indicator of early Cd-toxicity effects to be included in the routinely-applied cadmium exposure monitoring parameters, allowing the evaluation of stress intensity to the cell metabolism.
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- Artur Chwalba
- Department of Pharmacology, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Jordana 19, 41-808 Zabrze, Poland
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Jordana 19, 41-808 Zabrze, Poland
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- ARKOP Sp. z o.o., Kolejowa 34a, 32-332 Bukowno, Poland
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Jordana 19, 41-808 Zabrze, Poland
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- Centrum Medyczne MED-KOZ & MEDIKO Dąbrowski ul., Lipowa 2, 43-340 Kozy, Poland
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- Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences, University of Foggia, Viale Pinto 1, 71122 Foggia, Italy
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Jordana 19, 41-808 Zabrze, Poland
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Jordana 19, 41-808 Zabrze, Poland
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Jordana 19, 41-808 Zabrze, Poland
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Jordana 19, 41-808 Zabrze, Poland
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Bellanti F, Mangieri D, di Bello G, Lo Buglio A, Pannone G, Pedicillo MC, Fersini A, Dobrakowski M, Kasperczyk A, Kasperczyk S, Vendemiale G. Redox-Dependent Modulation of Human Liver Progenitor Cell Line Fate. Int J Mol Sci 2023; 24:ijms24031934. [PMID: 36768260 PMCID: PMC9916526 DOI: 10.3390/ijms24031934] [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: 01/08/2023] [Revised: 01/13/2023] [Accepted: 01/16/2023] [Indexed: 01/20/2023] Open
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Redox homeostasis is determinant in the modulation of quiescence/self-renewal/differentiation of stem cell lines. The aim of this study consisted of defining the impact of redox modifications on cell fate in a human hepatic progenitor line. To achieve this, the HepaRG cell line, which shows oval ductular bipotent characteristics, was used. The impact of redox status on the balance between self-renewal and differentiation of HepaRG cells was investigated using different methodological approaches. A bioinformatic analysis initially proved that the trans-differentiation of HepaRG toward bipotent progenitors is associated with changes in redox metabolism. We then exposed confluent HepaRG (intermediate differentiation phase) to oxidized (H2O2) or reduced (N-acetylcysteine) extracellular environments, observing that oxidation promotes the acquisition of a mature HepaRG phenotype, while a reduced culture medium stimulates de-differentiation. These results were finally confirmed through pharmacological modulation of the nuclear factor (erythroid-derived 2)-like 2 (NRF2), a principal modulator of the antioxidant response, in confluent HepaRG. NRF2 inhibition led to intracellular pro-oxidative status and HepaRG differentiation, while its activation was associated with low levels of reactive species and de-differentiation. In conclusion, this study shows that both intra- and extracellular redox balance are crucial in the determination of HepaRG fate. The impact of redox status in the differentiation potential of HepaRG cells is significant on the utilization of this cell line in pre-clinical studies.
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- Francesco Bellanti
- Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences, University of Foggia, 71122 Foggia, Italy
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +39-0881-733-840
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- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Foggia, 71122 Foggia, Italy
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- Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences, University of Foggia, 71122 Foggia, Italy
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- Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences, University of Foggia, 71122 Foggia, Italy
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- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Foggia, 71122 Foggia, Italy
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- Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences, University of Foggia, 71122 Foggia, Italy
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia, 41-800 Katowice, Poland
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia, 41-800 Katowice, Poland
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia, 41-800 Katowice, Poland
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- Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences, University of Foggia, 71122 Foggia, Italy
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Sowa P, Kasperczyk S, Dadok A, Misiołek M, Adamczyk-Sowa M. Low intensity whole-body oxidative stress in patients with parotid gland tumors. Otolaryngol Pol 2022; 77:1-5. [PMID: 36805514 DOI: 10.5604/01.3001.0016.1214] [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] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/03/2023]
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Recently, there has been a significant increase in the number of patients hospitalized and undergoing surgery due to parotid gland tumors. We have observed an increase in the total number of salivary gland tumors, and hence an increased number of malignant tumors. Etiological factors of salivary gland tumors are still unknown. Oxidative stress (OS) has been suggested to be an important indicator of carcinogenesis in some tumors. Therefore, the aim of our study was to assess the state of OS in patients with selected benign and malignant parotid gland tumors. After final postoperative histological diagnosis of the tumor, patients were divided into the following groups i.e. pleomorphic adenoma 35 patients, Warthins tumor (WT) - 17 patients, mucoepidermoid carcinoma - 9 patients and 45 controls. The final study group included 106 patients. We found an increase in plasma lipofuscin levels in patients with all investigated parotid gland tumors. Furthermore, the activity of Cu/Zn-SOD in Warthins tumor patients was statistically lower compared to the controls, pleomorphic adenoma or mucoepidermoid carcinoma.In conclusion, we sustain the hypothesis on the presence of a low intensity whole-body OS in patients with parotid gland tumors. Furthermore, LPS may be a useful marker of OS in patients with benign and malignant tumors. Moreover, pathological mechanisms connected with WT seem to be different compared to malignant neoplasms and other benign tumors. It seems that Cu/Zn-SOD, as an antioxidative enzyme, may play an important role in those mechanisms taking part in WT.
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- Pawel Sowa
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology and Laryngological Oncology, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Poland Ul. Sklodowskiej-Curie 10, 41-800 Zabrze, Poland
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia, Poland Ul. Jordana 19, 41-816 Zabrze, Poland
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology and Laryngological Oncology, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Poland Ul. Sklodowskiej-Curie 10, 41-800 Zabrze, Poland
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- Katedra i Oddział Kliniczny Otorynolaryngologii i Onkologii Laryngologicznej w Zabrzu Śląskiego Uniwersytetu Medycznego w Katowicach
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- Department of Neurology, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Poland Ul. 3-go Maja 13-15, 41-800 Zabrze, Poland
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Golec M, Konka A, Fronczek M, Zembala-John J, Chrapiec M, Wystyrk K, Kasperczyk S, Brzoza Z, Bułdak RJ. The Antibody Response to the BNT162b2 mRNA COVID-19 Booster in Healthcare Workers: Association between the IgG Antibody Titers and Anthropometric and Body Composition Parameters. Vaccines (Basel) 2022; 10:1638. [PMID: 36298503 PMCID: PMC9611156 DOI: 10.3390/vaccines10101638] [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] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/15/2022] [Revised: 09/25/2022] [Accepted: 09/26/2022] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Research shows that in most people, two-dose vaccination helps to shape the humoral response to Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2). Further studies are required to learn about the vaccine's effectiveness after boosting. METHODS We conducted a prospective study among 103 healthcare workers (HCWs) from a regional multi-specialty hospital vaccinated with three doses of the BNT162b2 vaccine. We compared their immunoglobulin G (IgG) titers 14 days after the second dose with those 21 days after the booster. We also compared their anthropometric and body composition parameters with IgG concentrations at the same time points. RESULTS Twenty-one days after the booster, all study participants were seropositive. Their mean IgG antibody titers were significantly lower than 14 days after the second dose (158.94 AU/mL ± 90.34 AU/mL vs. 505.79 AU/mL ± 367.16 AU/mL). Post-booster Spearman's correlation analysis showed a significantly weak correlation between the IgG antibody titer and parameters related to muscle tissue and adipose tissue (including body fat mass). CONCLUSIONS The BNT162b2 booster stimulates the humoral response to a lesser extent than the two-dose BNT162b2 primary vaccination. The adipose and muscle tissue parameters show a weak positive correlation with the SARS-CoV-2 IgG antibody titers.
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- Marlena Golec
- Silesian Park of Medical Technology Kardio-Med Silesia, M. Curie-Skłodowskiej 10C, 41-800 Zabrze, Poland
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- Silesian Park of Medical Technology Kardio-Med Silesia, M. Curie-Skłodowskiej 10C, 41-800 Zabrze, Poland
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- Silesian Park of Medical Technology Kardio-Med Silesia, M. Curie-Skłodowskiej 10C, 41-800 Zabrze, Poland
- Department of Pharmacology, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, H. Jordana 38, 41-808 Zabrze, Poland
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- Silesian Park of Medical Technology Kardio-Med Silesia, M. Curie-Skłodowskiej 10C, 41-800 Zabrze, Poland
- Department of Medicine and Environmental Epidemiology, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, H. Jordana 19, 41-808 Zabrze, Poland
- Silesian Center for Heart Diseases in Zabrze, M. Curie-Skłodowskiej 9, 41-800 Zabrze, Poland
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- Silesian Park of Medical Technology Kardio-Med Silesia, M. Curie-Skłodowskiej 10C, 41-800 Zabrze, Poland
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- Silesian Park of Medical Technology Kardio-Med Silesia, M. Curie-Skłodowskiej 10C, 41-800 Zabrze, Poland
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, H. Jordana 19, 41-808 Zabrze, Poland
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- Department of Internal Diseases, Allergology, Endocrinology and Gastroenterology, Institute of Medical Sciences, University of Opole, Al. W. Witosa 26, 40-451 Opole, Poland
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- Silesian Park of Medical Technology Kardio-Med Silesia, M. Curie-Skłodowskiej 10C, 41-800 Zabrze, Poland
- Department of Clinical Biochemistry and Laboratory Diagnostics, Institute of Medical Sciences, University of Opole, Oleska 48, 45-052 Opole, Poland
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Bellanti F, Lo Buglio A, Dobrakowski M, Kasperczyk A, Kasperczyk S, Aich P, Singh SP, Serviddio G, Vendemiale G. Impact of sodium glucose cotransporter-2 inhibitors on liver steatosis/fibrosis/inflammation and redox balance in non-alcoholic fatty liver disease. World J Gastroenterol 2022; 28:3243-3257. [PMID: 36051336 PMCID: PMC9331534 DOI: 10.3748/wjg.v28.i26.3243] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [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] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/10/2022] [Revised: 03/18/2022] [Accepted: 06/17/2022] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
Abstract
BACKGROUND Sodium glucose cotransporter-2 inhibitors (SGLT2-I) are the most recently approved drugs for type 2 diabetes (T2D). Recent clinical trials of these compounds reported beneficial cardiovascular (CV) and renal outcomes. A major cause of vascular dysfunction and CV disease in diabetes is hyperglycemia associated with inflammation and oxidative stress. Pre-clinical studies demonstrated that SGLT2-I reduce glucotoxicity and promote anti-inflammatory effects by lowering oxidative stress.
AIM To investigate the effects of SGLT2-I on markers of oxidative stress, inflammation, liver steatosis, and fibrosis in patients of T2D with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD).
METHODS We referred fifty-two consecutive outpatients treated with metformin monotherapy and exhibiting poor glycemic control to our centre. We introduced the outpatients to an SGLT2-I (dapagliflozin, empagliflozin, or canagliflozin; n = 26) or a different hypoglycemic drug [other glucose-lowering drugs (OTHER), n = 26]. We evaluated circulating interleukins and serum hydroxynonenal (HNE)- or malondialdehyde (MDA)-protein adducts, fatty liver index (FLI), NAFLD fibrosis score, aspartate aminotransferase (AST)/alanine aminotransferase (ALT) ratio, AST-to-platelet-ratio index (APRI), and fibrosis-4 on the day before (T0) and following treatment for six months (T1). We also performed transient elastography at T0 and T1.
RESULTS Add-on therapy resulted in improved glycemic control and reduced fasting blood glucose in both groups. Of note, following treatment for six months, a reduction of FLI and APRI, as well as of the FibroScan result, was reported in patients treated with SGLT2-I, but not in the OTHER group; furthermore, in the SGLT2-I group, we reported lower circulating levels of interleukin (IL)-1β, IL-6, tumor necrosis factor, vascular endothelial growth factor, and monocyte chemoattractant protein-1, and higher levels of IL-4 and IL-10. We did not observe any modification in circulating interleukins in the OTHER group. Finally, serum HNE- and MDA-protein adducts decreased significantly in SGLT2-I rather than OTHER patients and correlated with liver steatosis and fibrosis scores.
CONCLUSION The present data indicate that treatment with SGLT2-I in patients with T2D and NAFLD is associated with improvement of liver steatosis and fibrosis markers and circulating pro-inflammatory and redox status, more than optimizing glycemic control.
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- Francesco Bellanti
- Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences, University of Foggia, Foggia 71122, Italy
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- Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences, University of Foggia, Foggia 71122, Italy
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- Department of Biochemistry, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Zabrze 41-808, Poland
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- Department of Biochemistry, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Zabrze 41-808, Poland
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- Department of Biochemistry, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Zabrze 41-808, Poland
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- School of Biological Sciences, National Institute of Science Education and Research, Khurdha 752050, India
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- Department of Gastroenterology, SCB Medical College, Cuttack 753007, India
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- Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences, University of Foggia, Foggia 71122, Italy
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- Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences, University of Foggia, Foggia 71122, Italy
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Ochocki K, Stołtny T, Ostałowska A, Wróbel M, Rokicka D, Pasek J, Kasperczyk S, Strojek K, Koczy B. Antioxidant System and Ions Concentrations After Femoral Neck and Resurfacing Hip Arthroplasty. Med Sci Monit 2022; 28:e936335. [PMID: 35831982 PMCID: PMC9295415 DOI: 10.12659/msm.936335] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/02/2022] Open
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Background Oxidative stress is a disruption of the pro-oxidative-antioxidant balance, caused by excessive production or ineffective removal of reactive oxygen species. Material/Methods The study included 42 male patients aged 38 to 69 years. The first group consisted of 21 men with osteoarthritis after primary hip arthroplasty using the Smith & Nephew Birmingham Hip Resurfacing implant. The second group included 21 men after hip arthroplasty using the femoral neck SPIRON K-implant. In both groups, concentrations of ions, the antioxidant system in the blood, and parameters of oxidative stress were evaluated twice. Clinical assessment using the Western Ontario and McMaster Universities Osteoarthritis Index, Harris Hip Score, and Short Form (12) Health Survey (SF-12) scales was performed. Results Concentrations of metal ions in the blood and the level of oxidative stress were significantly higher in the resurfacing group than in the femoral neck arthroplasty group. The response of the antioxidant system was significantly greater in the femoral neck arthroplasty group. During clinical evaluation, groups did not show significant differences, with the exception of greater shortening of the operated limb and a lower score in the mental-sphere of the SF-12 scale in the resurfacing arthroplasty group. Conclusions Resurfacing hip arthroplasty increased oxidative stress, increased the concentration of metal ions, and did not affect alignment of the abbreviation of the operated limb. A significant improvement in the quality of life of patients in the mental sphere according to the SF-12 occurred after the application of resurfacing arthroplasty, in the first month after the procedure.
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- Karol Ochocki
- District Hospital of Orthopedics and Trauma Surgery in Piekary Śląskie, Piekary Śląskie, Poland
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- District Hospital of Orthopedics and Trauma Surgery in Piekary Śląskie, Piekary Śląskie, Poland
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Zabrze, Poland
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Diabetology and Cardiometabolic Disorders, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Zabrze, Poland
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Diabetology and Cardiometabolic Disorders, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Zabrze, Poland
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- Faculty of Health Sciences, Jan Długosz University in Częstochowa, Częstochowa, Poland
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Zabrze, Poland
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Diabetology and Cardiometabolic Disorders, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Zabrze, Poland
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- District Hospital of Orthopedics and Trauma Surgery in Piekary Śląskie, Piekary Śląskie, Poland
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Golec M, Fronczek M, Zembala-John J, Chrapiec M, Konka A, Wystyrk K, Botor H, Brzoza Z, Kasperczyk S, Bułdak RJ. Early and Longitudinal Humoral Response to the SARS-CoV-2 mRNA BNT162b2 Vaccine in Healthcare Workers: Significance of BMI, Adipose Tissue and Muscle Mass on Long-Lasting Post-Vaccinal Immunity. Viruses 2022; 14:868. [PMID: 35632610 PMCID: PMC9143881 DOI: 10.3390/v14050868] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [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: 03/22/2022] [Revised: 04/15/2022] [Accepted: 04/19/2022] [Indexed: 12/29/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND This study aimed to investigate the early and longitudinal humoral response in Healthcare Workers (HCWs) after two doses of the BNT162b2 vaccine and to assess the association between metabolic and anthropometric parameters and the humoral response after vaccination. METHODS The study included 243 fully vaccinated HCWs: 25.50% previously infected with SARS-CoV-2 (with prior history of COVID-19-PH) and 74.40%-uninfected, seronegative before the first vaccination (with no prior history of COVID-19-NPH). IgG antibodies were measured, and sera were collected: prior to the vaccination, 21 days after the first dose, and 14 days and 8 months after the second dose. RESULTS 21 days after the first dose, 90.95% of individuals were seropositive; 14 days after the second dose, persistent immunity was observed in 99.18% HCWs, 8 months after complete vaccination-in 61.73%. Statistical analysis revealed that HCWs with PH had a greater chance of maintaining a humoral response beyond eight months after vaccination. Increased muscle mass, decreased fat mass, and younger age may positively affect long-term immunity. Smokers have a reduced chance of developing immunity compared to non-smokers. CONCLUSIONS Fully vaccinated HCWs with PH are more likely to be seropositive than fully inoculated volunteers with NPH.
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- Marlena Golec
- Silesian Park of Medical Technology Kardio-Med Silesia, M. Curie-Skłodowskiej 10C, 41-800 Zabrze, Poland; (M.F.); (J.Z.-J.); (M.C.); (A.K.); (K.W.)
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- Silesian Park of Medical Technology Kardio-Med Silesia, M. Curie-Skłodowskiej 10C, 41-800 Zabrze, Poland; (M.F.); (J.Z.-J.); (M.C.); (A.K.); (K.W.)
- Department of Pharmacology, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, H. Jordana 38, 41-808 Zabrze, Poland
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- Silesian Park of Medical Technology Kardio-Med Silesia, M. Curie-Skłodowskiej 10C, 41-800 Zabrze, Poland; (M.F.); (J.Z.-J.); (M.C.); (A.K.); (K.W.)
- Department of Medicine and Environmental Epidemiology, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, H. Jordana 19, 41-808 Zabrze, Poland
- Silesian Center for Heart Diseases in Zabrze, M. Curie-Skłodowskiej 9, 41-800 Zabrze, Poland
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- Silesian Park of Medical Technology Kardio-Med Silesia, M. Curie-Skłodowskiej 10C, 41-800 Zabrze, Poland; (M.F.); (J.Z.-J.); (M.C.); (A.K.); (K.W.)
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- Silesian Park of Medical Technology Kardio-Med Silesia, M. Curie-Skłodowskiej 10C, 41-800 Zabrze, Poland; (M.F.); (J.Z.-J.); (M.C.); (A.K.); (K.W.)
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- Silesian Park of Medical Technology Kardio-Med Silesia, M. Curie-Skłodowskiej 10C, 41-800 Zabrze, Poland; (M.F.); (J.Z.-J.); (M.C.); (A.K.); (K.W.)
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- Acellmed Ltd., M. Curie-Skłodowskiej 10C, 41-800 Zabrze, Poland;
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- Department of Internal Diseases, Allergology, Endocrinology and Gastroenterology, Institute of Medical Sciences, University of Opole, Al. W. Witosa 26, 40-451 Opole, Poland;
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, H. Jordana 19, 41-808 Zabrze, Poland;
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- Silesian Park of Medical Technology Kardio-Med Silesia, M. Curie-Skłodowskiej 10C, 41-800 Zabrze, Poland; (M.F.); (J.Z.-J.); (M.C.); (A.K.); (K.W.)
- Department of Clinical Biochemistry and Laboratory Diagnostics, Institute of Medical Sciences, University of Opole, Oleska 48, 45-052 Opole, Poland
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Zalejska-Fiolka J, Birková A, Hubková B, Wielkoszyński T, Čižmárová B, Szlachta B, Fiolka R, Błaszczyk U, Wylęgała A, Kasperczyk S, Grzanka A, Mareková M, Toborek M. SUCCESSFUL CORRECTION OF HYPERGLYCEMIA IS CRITICAL FOR WEIGHT LOSS AND A DECREASE IN CARDIOVASCULAR RISK IN OBESE PATIENTS. J Nutr Biochem 2022; 106:109021. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jnutbio.2022.109021] [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] [Received: 09/21/2021] [Revised: 02/14/2022] [Accepted: 03/18/2022] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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Krzemień P, Kasperczyk S, Banach M, Kasperczyk A, Dobrakowski M, Tomasik T, Windak A, Mastej M, Catapano A, Ray KK, Mikhailidis DP, Toth PP, Howard G, Lip GYH, Tomaszewski M, Charchar FJ, Sattar N, Williams B, MacDonald TM, Penson PE, Jóźwiak JJ. Analysis of the impact of sex and age on the variation in the prevalence of antinuclear autoantibodies in Polish population: a nationwide observational, cross-sectional study. Rheumatol Int 2022; 42:261-271. [PMID: 34755204 PMCID: PMC8800880 DOI: 10.1007/s00296-021-05033-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/29/2021] [Accepted: 10/13/2021] [Indexed: 11/05/2022]
Abstract
The detection of antinuclear autoantibody (ANA) is dependent on many factors and varies between the populations. The aim of the study was first to assess the prevalence of ANA in the Polish adult population depending on age, sex and the cutoff threshold used for the results obtained. Second, we estimated the occurrence of individual types of ANA-staining patterns. We tested 1731 patient samples using commercially available IIFA using two cutoff thresholds of 1:100 and 1:160. We found ANA in 260 participants (15.0%), but the percentage of positive results strongly depended on the cutoff level. For a cutoff threshold 1:100, the positive population was 19.5% and for the 1:160 cutoff threshold, it was 11.7%. The most prevalent ANA-staining pattern was AC-2 Dense Fine speckled (50%), followed by AC-21 Reticular/AMA (14.38%) ANA more common in women (72%); 64% of ANA-positive patients were over 50 years of age. ANA prevalence in the Polish population is at a level observed in other highly developed countries and is more prevalent in women and elderly individuals. To reduce the number of positive results released, we suggest that Polish laboratories should set 1:160 as the cutoff threshold.
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- Paweł Krzemień
- Euroimmun Polska Sp. z o.o., 2a Widna St., 50-543 Wrocław, Poland
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia, Katowice, Poland
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- Department of Hypertension, Medical University of Lodz, Łódź, Poland
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia, Katowice, Poland
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia, Katowice, Poland
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- Department of Family Medicine, Jagiellonian University Medical College, Kraków, Poland
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- Department of Family Medicine, Jagiellonian University Medical College, Kraków, Poland
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- Department of Pharmacological Sciences, University of Milano and Multimedica IRCCS, Milan, Italy
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- Imperial Centre for Cardiovascular Disease Prevention, Department of Primary Care and Public Health, Imperial College, Kensington, London, UK
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- Department of Clinical Biochemistry, Royal Free Hospital, University College London, London, UK
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- Cicarrone Center for the Prevention of Cardiovascular Disease, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD USA
- CGH Medical Center, Sterling, IL USA
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- Department of Biostatistics, School of Public Health of Alabama, Birmingham, AL USA
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- Liverpool Centre for Cardiovascular Science, University of Liverpool and Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital, Liverpool, UK
- Department of Clinical Medicine, Aalborg University, Aalborg, Denmark
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- Division of Cardiovascular Sciences, Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health, University of Manchester, Manchester, UK
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- School of Health and Life Sciences, Federation University Australia, Ballarat, VIC Australia
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- Institute of Cardiovascular and Medical Science, University of Glasgow, Glasgow, UK
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- NIHR University College London Biomedical Research Centre, University College London and University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, London, UK
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- MEMO Research, University of Dundee, Ninewells Hospital and Medical School, Dundee, DD1 9SY UK
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- School of Pharmacy and Biomolecular Sciences, Liverpool John Moores University, Liverpool, UK
- Liverpool Centre for Cardiovascular Science, Liverpool, UK
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- Department of Family Medicine and Public Health, Faculty of Medicine, University of Opole, Opole, Poland
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Krzemień P, Kasperczyk S, Banach M, Kasperczyk A, Dobrakowski M, Tomasik T, Windak A, Mastej M, Catapano A, Ray KK, Mikhailidis DP, Toth PP, Howard G, Lip GYH, Tomaszewski M, Charchar FJ, Sattar N, Williams B, MacDonald TM, Penson PE, Jóźwiak JJ. Relationship Between Anti-DFS70 Autoantibodies and Oxidative Stress. Biomark Insights 2022; 17:11772719211066791. [PMID: 35125863 PMCID: PMC8808033 DOI: 10.1177/11772719211066791] [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] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/29/2021] [Accepted: 11/19/2021] [Indexed: 11/27/2022] Open
Abstract
BACKGROUND The anti-DFS70 autoantibodies are one of the most commonly and widely described agent of unknown clinical significance, frequently detected in healthy individuals. It is not known whether the DFS70 autoantibodies are protective or pathogenic. One of the factors suspected of inducing the formation of anti-DFS70 antibodies is increased oxidative stress. We evaluated the coexistence of anti-DFS70 antibodies with selected markers of oxidative stress and investigated whether these antibodies could be considered as indirect markers of oxidative stress. METHODS The intensity of oxidative stress was measured in all samples via indices of free-radical damage to lipids and proteins such as total oxidant status (TOS), concentrations of lipid hydroperoxides (LPH), lipofuscin (LPS), and malondialdehyde (MDA). The parameters of the non-enzymatic antioxidant system, such as total antioxidant status (TAS) and uric acid concentration (UA), were also measured, as well as the activity of superoxide dismutase (SOD). Based on TOS and TAS values, the oxidative stress index (OSI) was calculated. All samples were also tested with indirect immunofluorescence assay (IFA) and 357 samples were selected for direct monospecific anti DFS70 enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) testing. RESULTS The anti-DFS70 antibodies were confirmed by ELISA test in 21.29% of samples. Compared with anti-DFS70 negative samples we observed 23% lower concentration of LPH (P = .038) and 11% lower concentration of UA (P = .005). TOS was 20% lower (P = .014). The activity of SOD was up to 5% higher (P = .037). The Pearson correlation showed weak negative correlation for LPH, UA, and TOS and a weak positive correlation for SOD activity. CONCLUSION In samples positive for the anti-DFS70 antibody a decreased level of oxidative stress was observed, especially in the case of samples with a high antibody titer. Anti-DFS70 antibodies can be considered as an indirect marker of reduced oxidative stress or a marker indicating the recent intensification of antioxidant processes.
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia, Katowice, Poland
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- Department of Hypertension, Medical University of Lodz, Łódź, Poland
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia, Katowice, Poland
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia, Katowice, Poland
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- Department of Family Medicine, Jagiellonian University Medical College, Krakow, Poland
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- Department of Family Medicine, Jagiellonian University Medical College, Krakow, Poland
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- Department of Pharmacological Sciences, University of Milano and Multimedica IRCCS, Milano, Italy
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- Department of Primary Care and Public Health, Imperial Centre for Cardiovascular Disease Prevention, Imperial College, Kensington, London, UK
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- Department of Clinical Biochemistry, Royal Free Hospital, University College London, London, UK
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- Cicarrone Center for the Prevention of Cardiovascular Disease, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD, USA
- CGH Medical Center, Sterling, IL, USA
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- Department of Biostatistics, School of Public Health of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham, AL, USA
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- Liverpool Centre for Cardiovascular Science, University of Liverpool and Liverpool Heart & Chest Hospital, Liverpool, UK
- Department of Clinical Medicine, Aalborg University, Aalborg, Denmark
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- Division of Cardiovascular Sciences, Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health, University of Manchester, Manchester, UK
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- School of Health and Life Sciences, Federation University Australia, Ballarat, VIC, Australia
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- Institute of Cardiovascular and Medical Science, University of Glasgow, Glasgow, UK
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- NIHR University College London Biomedical Research Centre, University College London and University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, London, UK
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- MEMO Research, Ninewells Hospital and Medical School, University of Dundee, Dundee, UK
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- Liverpool Centre for Cardiovascular Science, School of Pharmacy and Biomolecular Sciences, Liverpool John Moores University, Liverpool, UK
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- Department of Family Medicine and Public Health, Faculty of Medicine, University of Opole, Opole, Poland
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Dobrakowski M, Machoń-Grecka A, Nowak P, Szczęsny P, Maciejczyk M, Kasperczyk A, Pryzwan T, Kasperczyk S. The influence of erdosteine administration on lead-induced oxidative stress in rat muscle. Drug Chem Toxicol 2022; 45:88-92. [PMID: 31502475 DOI: 10.1080/01480545.2019.1659810] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/05/2019] [Revised: 08/13/2019] [Accepted: 08/18/2019] [Indexed: 01/24/2023]
Abstract
Lead-exposure is known to disrupt the redox balance of tissues leading to oxidative stress. Due to the fact that a mucolytic drug, erdosteine, exerts also antioxidant properties, we decided to perform a pilot study on rats to evaluate its therapeutic potency in lead poisoning. Male Wistar rats were divided randomly into the following seven groups having 10 animals in each. Group I served as the control group. During 8-week period, rats in groups II-IV, except standard alimentation, received: erdosteine in a dose 350 mg/kg (collateral control group), 1200 ppm of lead acetate in drinking water and placebo, as well as the same doses of lead and erdosteine, respectively. Rats in group V-VII received 1200 ppm of lead acetate in drinking water for the initial 6-week period and then administered: placebo, erdosteine and EDTA for 2 weeks, respectively. The levels of malondialdehyde (MDA) were significantly higher in groups III and V compared to the control group. The activities of catalase (CAT) were significantly higher in groups IV, V, and VI compared to the control group. The activities of glutathione-S-transferase (GST) were significantly lower in group II and significantly higher in groups VI and VII compared to the control group, while the activities of glutathione reductase (GR) were significantly lower in group III and significantly higher in group VI. Erdosteine has an effect of protection against lead-induced oxidative stress which is not worse than that of EDTA.
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- Michał Dobrakowski
- Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine with the Division of Dentistry, Medical University of Silesia, Zabrze, Poland
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- Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine with the Division of Dentistry, Medical University of Silesia, Zabrze, Poland
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- Department of Pharmacology, Institute of Medicine, University of Opole, Opole, Poland
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- Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine with the Division of Dentistry, Medical University of Silesia, Zabrze, Poland
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- Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine with the Division of Dentistry, Medical University of Silesia, Zabrze, Poland
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- Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine with the Division of Dentistry, Medical University of Silesia, Zabrze, Poland
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- Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine with the Division of Dentistry, Medical University of Silesia, Zabrze, Poland
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- Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine with the Division of Dentistry, Medical University of Silesia, Zabrze, Poland
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Jóźwiak JJ, Kasperczyk S, Tomasik T, Osadnik T, Windak A, Studziński K, Mastej M, Catapano A, Ray KK, Mikhailidis DP, Toth PP, Howard G, Lip GYH, Tomaszewski M, Charchar FJ, Sattar N, Williams B, MacDonald TM, Krzemień P, Dobrakowski M, Kasperczyk A, Nowak D, Skowron Ł, Żak Ż, Lewek J, Banach M. Design and rationale of a nationwide screening analysis from the LIPIDOGRAM2015 and LIPIDOGEN2015 studies. Arch Med Sci 2022; 18:604-616. [PMID: 35591817 PMCID: PMC9103403 DOI: 10.5114/aoms.2020.96052] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [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: 05/17/2020] [Accepted: 05/24/2020] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
Abstract
INTRODUCTION Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is a major cause of morbidity and mortality throughout the world. The LIPIDOGRAM2015 study was performed to estimate the prevalence of risk factors for atherosclerotic diseases as well as cardiovascular and related disorders in the primary care setting in Poland. The LIPIDOGEN2015 sub-study was designed to include a random cohort of patients in order to analyse parameters related to lipid metabolism, oxidative stress, inflammatory responses, autoimmune disorders, and gene variants that confer susceptibility to cardiometabolic and atherosclerotic diseases. MATERIAL AND METHODS The recruitment was carried out by 438 primary care physicians in Poland. The expected number of patients recruited for the LIPIDOGRAM2015 study was 13,000-14,000 with 13-15% (1700-2000) also participating in the LIPIDOGEN2015 sub-study. Each patient had to complete a questionnaire concerning medical and family history, concomitant diseases, and pharmacotherapy. Anthropometric measurements were performed at the doctor's office. For the LIPIDOGEN2015 sub-study, saliva samples for DNA isolation and blood samples for measurement of glycated haemoglobin, oxidative stress parameters, autoantibody levels, and inflammatory cytokine profile and apolipoprotein profile were collected. Follow-up data will be obtained from the National Health Fund in Poland. RESULTS The LIPIDOGRAM2015 and LIPIDOGEN2015 study cohort reflects the prevalence of cardiovascular risk factors and concomitant diseases, markers of oxidative stress, the presence of autoantibodies, inflammatory cytokine profile, and apolipoprotein profile, as well as genetic variants potentially conferring susceptibility to cardiometabolic and atherosclerotic diseases. CONCLUSIONS This study presents the prevalence of different CV risk factors, with special emphasis on lipid disorders, and it assesses the relationship between inflammation, oxidative stress, and mutations in genes encoding proteins regulating lipid metabolism, as well as genes conferring susceptibility to cardiovascular, cardiometabolic, and related diseases.
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- Jacek J. Jóźwiak
- Department of Family Medicine and Public Health, Faculty of Medicine, University of Opole, Opole, Poland
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Poland
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- Chair of Family Medicine, Jagiellonian University Medical College, Krakow, Poland
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- Department of Pharmacology, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Poland
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- Chair of Family Medicine, Jagiellonian University Medical College, Krakow, Poland
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- Chair of Family Medicine, Jagiellonian University Medical College, Krakow, Poland
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- Department of Pharmacological Sciences University of Milano and Multimedica IRCCS, Milano, Italy
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- Imperial Centre for Cardiovascular Disease Prevention, Department of Primary Care and Public Health, Imperial College, Kensington, London, UK
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- Department of Clinical Biochemistry, Royal Free Hospital, University College London, London, UK
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- Cicarrone Center for the Prevention of Cardiovascular Disease, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, Maryland, and CGH Medical Center, Sterling, Illinois, USA
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- Department of Biostatistics, School of Public Health of Alabama, Birmingham, AL, USA
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- Liverpool Centre for Cardiovascular Science, University of Liverpool and Liverpool Heart & Chest Hospital, Liverpool, United Kingdom; and Aalborg Thrombosis Research Unit, Department of Clinical Medicine, Aalborg University, Aalborg, Denmark
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- Division of Cardiovascular Sciences, Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health, University of Manchester, Manchester, UK
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- School of Health and Life Sciences, Federation University Australia, Ballarat, Victoria, Australia
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- Institute of Cardiovascular and Medical Science, University of Glasgow, Glasgow, UK
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- NIHR University College London Biomedical Research Centre, University College London and University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, London, UK
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- MEMO Research, University of Dundee, Ninewells Hospital and Medical School, Dundee DD1 9SY, UK
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Poland
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Poland
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- Department of Gastroenterology and Internal Diseases, Military Institute of Medicine, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Family Medicine and Public Health, Faculty of Medicine, University of Opole, Opole, Poland
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- Polish Mothers Memorial Hospital Research Institute, Lodz, Poland
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- Polish Mothers Memorial Hospital Research Institute, Lodz, Poland
- Department of Hypertension, Chair of Nephrology and Hypertension, Medical University of Lodz, Lodz, Poland
- Cardiovascular Research Centre, University of Zielona Gora, Zielona Gora, Poland
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Słota M, Wąsik M, Stołtny T, Machoń-Grecka A, Kasperczyk A, Bellanti F, Dobrakowski M, Chwalba A, Kasperczyk S. Relationship between lead absorption and iron status and its association with oxidative stress markers in lead-exposed workers. J Trace Elem Med Biol 2021; 68:126841. [PMID: 34438315 DOI: 10.1016/j.jtemb.2021.126841] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/11/2021] [Revised: 07/26/2021] [Accepted: 08/10/2021] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
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BACKGROUND The emission of lead (Pb) occurring during the extraction, processing and industrial applications of this element remains a significant environmental risk factor. The absorbability of lead in humans is strongly associated with the general health status of exposed individuals. Existing mineral deficiencies are considered being a predisposition to an increased Pb uptake. Both, iron deficiency and lead poisoning are the major causative factors responsible for the prevalence of anemia within the vulnerable population, especially in children. Although some of the intervention programs of counteracting lead poisoning by iron supplementation proved to be effective in the Pb-exposed population, the exact mechanisms of this interaction still require further studies. The objective of the presented study was to examine the association of iron level on oxidative stress measures and its effects on the severity of lead toxicity in the exposed population. METHODS The analyzed population consisted of 270 male workers from the lead-zinc smelter. The studied population was divided into two sub-groups based on the serum iron concentration: low iron level group (L-Fe; Fe < median value) and high iron level group (H-Fe; Fe > median value). Measured traits comprised of blood lead (PbB), serum Fe and zinc protoporphyrin (ZPP) levels as well as a blood count and oxidative stress markers. RESULTS No significant correlation between serum iron concentration and PbB in the tested cohort was found. On the contrary, the analysis of ZPP levels (long-term marker related to a hematologic toxic effect of Pb) within the subgroups differing in serum Fe level shown that ZPP was 12.3 % lower (p = 0.043) in subjects classified within the H-Fe group. A positive correlation of serum Fe and total antioxidant capacity (TAC) was found (R = 0.1999). The conducted 3-D PCA analysis showed that individuals classified within the H-Fe group were characterized by the co-occurrence of higher Fe levels, lower ZPP, and higher TAC value. CONCLUSION These results support the existing evidence providing that maintaining the optimal status of Fe may play a significant role in preventing the lead poisoning and alleviating harmful effects of Pb on the oxidative balance in humans.
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- Michał Słota
- ARKOP Sp. z o.o., Kolejowa 34a, 32-332, Bukowno, Poland
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- Department of Clinical Biochemistry and Laboratory Diagnostics, Institute of Medicine, University of Opole, Oleska 48, 45-052, Opole, Poland
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- District Hospital of Orthopaedics and Trauma Surgery in Piekary Śląskie, Bytomska 62, 41-940, Piekary Śląskie, Poland
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Poniatowskiego 15, 40-055, Katowice, Poland
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Poniatowskiego 15, 40-055, Katowice, Poland
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- Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences, University of Foggia, Viale Pinto 1, 71122, Foggia, Italy
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Poniatowskiego 15, 40-055, Katowice, Poland
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- Department of Pharmacology, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Poniatowskiego 15, 40-055, Katowice, Poland
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Poniatowskiego 15, 40-055, Katowice, Poland.
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Słota M, Wąsik M, Stołtny T, Machoń-Grecka A, Kasperczyk S. Effects of environmental and occupational lead toxicity and its association with iron metabolism. Toxicol Appl Pharmacol 2021; 434:115794. [PMID: 34780723 DOI: 10.1016/j.taap.2021.115794] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.7] [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: 05/15/2021] [Revised: 11/02/2021] [Accepted: 11/04/2021] [Indexed: 12/25/2022]
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BACKGROUND Discrepancies are present in the findings from clinical trials evaluating a physiological role of iron status in the lead-exposed population. OBJECTIVE The purpose of this article was to summarize the current understanding of cellular mechanisms of lead toxicity and present a comprehensive review of existing clinical trials related to associations of lead poisoning and iron status. Although an association of iron metabolism pathways that are affected by lead intoxication has been studied, there are still aspects that remain to be elucidated. The existence of additional Pb uptake pathways besides DMT1 transporter-mediated is postulated to non-specifically regulate lead absorption. METHODS Authors performed a systematic search of PubMed, EMBASE® and Web of Science databases to identify studies that reported an association between health risks of non-organic lead that are associated with iron status markers as possible effect modifier. RESULTS There were 58 studies that met the pre-defined inclusion criteria for the systematic review. There is a strong body of evidence supporting the hypothesis that alleviated blood lead level can be correlated with a reduced body iron store and increasing the risk of anemia. This association is of a high significance in cases of a young adolescent, weaker in groups of older children and often without a statistical significance in adults. DISCUSSION Discrepancies in the observations may result from different specificities of lead absorption pathways in children and adults, as well as the power of the statistical tests in varying population sizes. It may be assumed that the extent of iron deficits coupled together with source, timing, and severity of lead exposure, significantly influence the correlation between these factors. Some of the intervention programs of counteracting lead poisoning by iron supplementation proved to be effective and may be a promising prevention strategy for the exposed population.
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- Michał Słota
- ARKOP Sp. z o.o., Kolejowa 34a, 32-332 Bukowno, Poland
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- Department of Clinical Biochemistry and Laboratory Diagnostics, Institute of Medicine, University of Opole, Oleska 48, 45-052 Opole, Poland
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- District Hospital of Orthopaedics and Trauma Surgery in Piekary Śląskie, Bytomska 62, 41-940 Piekary Śląskie, Poland
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Jordana 19, 41-808 Zabrze, Poland
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Jordana 19, 41-808 Zabrze, Poland.
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Bellanti F, di Bello G, Tamborra R, Amatruda M, Lo Buglio A, Dobrakowski M, Kasperczyk A, Kasperczyk S, Serviddio G, Vendemiale G. Impact of senescence on the transdifferentiation process of human hepatic progenitor-like cells. World J Stem Cells 2021; 13:1595-1609. [PMID: 34786160 PMCID: PMC8567448 DOI: 10.4252/wjsc.v13.i10.1595] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [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] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/26/2021] [Revised: 06/14/2021] [Accepted: 08/23/2021] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
Abstract
BACKGROUND Senescence is characterized by a decline in hepatocyte function, with impairment of metabolism and regenerative capacity. Several models that duplicate liver functions in vitro are essential tools for studying drug metabolism, liver diseases, and organ regeneration. The human HepaRG cell line represents an effective model for the study of liver metabolism and hepatic progenitors. However, the impact of senescence on HepaRG cells is not yet known.
AIM To characterize the effects of senescence on the transdifferentiation capacity and mitochondrial metabolism of human HepaRG cells.
METHODS We compared the transdifferentiation capacity of cells over 10 (passage 10 [P10]) vs P20. Aging was evaluated by senescence-associated (SA) beta-galactosidase activity and the comet assay. HepaRG transdifferentiation was analyzed by confocal microscopy and flow cytometry (expression of cluster of differentiation 49a [CD49a], CD49f, CD184, epithelial cell adhesion molecule [EpCAM], and cytokeratin 19 [CK19]), quantitative PCR analysis (expression of albumin, cytochrome P450 3A4 [CYP3A4], γ-glutamyl transpeptidase [γ-GT], and carcinoembryonic antigen [CEA]), and functional analyses (albumin secretion, CYP3A4, and γ-GT). Mitochondrial respiration and the ATP and nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD+)/NAD with hydrogen (NADH) content were also measured.
RESULTS SA β-galactosidase staining was higher in P20 than P10 HepaRG cells; in parallel, the comet assay showed consistent DNA damage in P20 HepaRG cells. With respect to P10, P20 HepaRG cells exhibited a reduction of CD49a, CD49f, CD184, EpCAM, and CK19 after the induction of transdifferentiation. Furthermore, lower gene expression of albumin, CYP3A4, and γ-GT, as well as reduced albumin secretion capacity, CYP3A4, and γ-GT activity were reported in transdifferentiated P20 compared to P10 cells. By contrast, the gene expression level of CEA was not reduced by transdifferentiation in P20 cells. Of note, both cellular and mitochondrial oxygen consumption was lower in P20 than in P10 transdifferentiated cells. Finally, both ATP and NAD+/NADH were depleted in P20 cells with respect to P10 cells.
CONCLUSION SA mitochondrial dysfunction may limit the transdifferentiation potential of HepaRG cells, with consequent impairment of metabolic and regenerative properties, which may alter applications in basic studies.
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- Francesco Bellanti
- Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences, University of Foggia, Foggia 71122, Italy
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- Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences, University of Foggia, Foggia 71122, Italy
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- Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences, University of Foggia, Foggia 71122, Italy
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- Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences, University of Foggia, Foggia 71122, Italy
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- Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences, University of Foggia, Foggia 71122, Italy
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- Department of Biochemistry, Medical University of Silesia, Zabrze 41-808, Poland
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- Department of Biochemistry, Medical University of Silesia, Zabrze 41-808, Poland
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- Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences, University of Foggia, Foggia 71122, Italy
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- Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences, University of Foggia, Foggia 71122, Italy
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Badura-Brzoza K, Bułdak R, Dębski P, Kasperczyk S, Woźniak-Grygiel E, Konka A, Gawrylak-Dryja E, Mond-Paszek R, Markiel M, Gabryś D, Brzoza Z. The stress of the SARS-CoV-2 virus pandemic and pro-health behaviors among medical personnel - preliminary report. Psychiatr Pol 2021; 56:969-978. [PMID: 37074850 DOI: 10.12740/pp/onlinefirst/134191] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [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: 10/31/2022]
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OBJECTIVES The aim of the study was to evaluate pro-health behaviors as protective measures against symptoms of anxiety and depression in a group of health care workers during the first wave of the SARS-CoV-2 virus pandemic. METHODS The group of 114 people participated in the study, including 46 medical doctors aged 41.10 ± 11.89 and 68 nurses aged 48.16 ± 8.54 years.The following scales were used for the research: the Health Behavior Inventory (HBI), the Beck Depression Inventory (BDI) and the State-Trait Anxiety Inventory (STAI). RESULTS Taking into consideration health behaviors, an average score of 79.61 ± 13.08 points in HBI was obtained. In the BDI questionnaire, the respondents obtained an average of 3.7 ± 4.65 points. In the STAI questionnaire, in the part related to state anxiety, the mean result in the study group was 38.08 ± 9.46 points, and for trait anxiety 38.35 ± 8.44 points. Taking into account the components of HBI, only the results obtained in the subscales: positive mental attitude (PMA) and pro-health activities (PhA) correlated negatively with the results obtained in the STAI and BDI scales. Moreover, the pro-health effect of PMA on the symptoms of anxiety and depression was observed. CONCLUSIONS No significant intensification of anxiety and depression symptoms was observed among medical personnel during the first wave of the pandemic. Health-promoting behaviors, and especially positive mental attitudes, may play a protective role in relation to the symptoms of anxiety and depression in a stressful situations.
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- Karina Badura-Brzoza
- Katedra i Oddział Kliniczny Psychiatrii, Wydział Nauk Medycznych w Zabrzu, Śląski Uniwersytet Medyczny w Katowicach
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- Zakład Biochemii Klinicznej i Diagnostyki Laboratoryjnej, Instytut Nauk Medycznych, Uniwersytet Opolski
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- Katedra i Oddział Kliniczny Psychiatrii, Wydział Nauk Medycznych w Zabrzu, Śląski Uniwersytet Medyczny w Katowicach
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- Katedra i Zakład Biochemii Wydział Nauk Medycznych w Zabrzu, Śląski Uniwersytet Medyczny w Katowicach
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- Śląski Park Technologii Medycznych Kardio-Med Silesia
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- Zakład Biochemii Klinicznej i Diagnostyki Laboratoryjnej, Instytut Nauk Medycznych, Uniwersytet Opolski
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- Zakład Biochemii Klinicznej i Diagnostyki Laboratoryjnej, Instytut Nauk Medycznych, Uniwersytet Opolski
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- Śląski Park Technologii Medycznych Kardio-Med Silesia
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- Klinika Chorób Wewnętrznych, Instytut Nauk Medycznych, Uniwersytet Opolski
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Krzemień P, Kasperczyk S, Banach M, Kasperczyk A, Dobrakowski M, Tomasik T, Windak A, Mastej M, Catapano A, Ray KK, Mikhailidis DP, Toth PP, Howard G, Lip GY, Tomaszewski M, Charchar FJ, Sattar N, Williams B, MacDonald TM, Penson PE, Jóźwiak JJ. Serum antinuclear autoantibodies are associated with measures of oxidative stress and lifestyle factors: analysis of LIPIDOGRAM2015 and LIPIDOGEN2015 studies. Arch Med Sci 2021; 19:1214-1227. [PMID: 37732061 PMCID: PMC10507751 DOI: 10.5114/aoms/139313] [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] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/23/2021] [Accepted: 06/24/2021] [Indexed: 09/22/2023] Open
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Introduction Oxidative stress is one of many factors suspected to promote antinuclear autoantibody (ANA) formation. Reactive oxygen species can induce changes in the antigenic structure of macromolecules, causing the immune system to treat them as "neo-antigens" and start production of autoantibodies. This study was designed to evaluate the relationship between oxidative stress markers, lifestyle factors and the detection of ANA. Material and methods We examined measures of oxidative stress indices of free-radical damage to lipids and proteins, such as total oxidant status (TOS), concentration of protein thiol groups (PSH), and malondialdehyde (MDA), activity of superoxide dismutase (SOD) in 1731 serum samples. The parameters of the non-enzymatic antioxidant system, such as total antioxidant status (TAS) and uric acid (UA) concentration, were also measured and the oxidative stress index (OSI-index) was calculated. All samples were tested for the presence of ANA using an indirect immunofluorescence assay (IIFA). Results The presence of ANA in women was associated with lower physical activity (p = 0.036), less frequent smoking (p = 0.007) and drinking of alcohol (p = 0.024) accompanied by significant changes in SOD isoenzymes activity (p < 0.001) and a higher uric acid (UA) concentration (p < 0.001). In ANA positive males we observed lower concentrations of PSH (p = 0.046) and increased concentrations of MDA (p = 0.047). Conclusions The results indicate that local oxidative stress may be associated with increased probability of ANA formation in a sex-specific manner.
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice Poland
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- Department of Hypertension, Medical University of Lodz, Lodz, Poland
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice Poland
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice Poland
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- Department of Family Medicine, Jagiellonian University Medical College, Krakow, Poland
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- Department of Family Medicine, Jagiellonian University Medical College, Krakow, Poland
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- Department of Pharmacological Sciences, University of Milano and Multimedica IRCCS, Milano, Italy
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- Imperial Centre for Cardiovascular Disease Prevention, Department of Primary Care and Public Health, Imperial College, Kensington, London, United Kingdom
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- Department of Clinical Biochemistry, Royal Free Hospital, University College London, London, United Kingdom
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- Ciccarone Center for the Prevention of Cardiovascular Disease, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore MD, Maryland, USA
- CGH Medical Center, Sterling, Illinois IL, USA
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- Department of Biostatistics, School of Public Health of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham AL, USA
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- Liverpool Centre for Cardiovascular Science, University of Liverpool and Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital, Liverpool L14 3PE, United Kingdom
- Department of Clinical Medicine, Aalborg University, Aalborg, Denmark
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- Division of Cardiovascular Sciences, Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health, University of Manchester, Manchester, United Kingdom
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- School of Health and Life Sciences, Federation University Australia, Ballarat VIC 3350, Victoria, Australia
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- Institute of Cardiovascular and Medical Science, University of Glasgow, Glasgow, United Kingdom
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- NIHR University College London Biomedical Research Centre, University College London and University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, London, United Kingdom
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- MEMO Research, University of Dundee, Ninewells Hospital and Medical School, Dundee, United Kingdom
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- School of Pharmacy and Biomolecular Sciences, Liverpool John Moores University, Liverpool, United Kingdom
- Liverpool Centre for Cardiovascular Science, Liverpool, United Kingdom
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- Department of Family Medicine and Public Health, Faculty of Medicine, University of Opole, Opole, Poland
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Bellanti F, Lo Buglio A, Capuano E, Dobrakowski M, Kasperczyk A, Kasperczyk S, Ventriglio A, Vendemiale G. Factors Related to Nurses' Burnout during the First Wave of Coronavirus Disease-19 in a University Hospital in Italy. Int J Environ Res Public Health 2021; 18:ijerph18105051. [PMID: 34064610 PMCID: PMC8151382 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph18105051] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/06/2021] [Revised: 03/26/2021] [Accepted: 05/06/2021] [Indexed: 02/05/2023]
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Safety of healthcare workers in hospitals is a major concern during the COVID-19 pandemic. Being exposed for several working hours per day to infected patients, nurses dealing with COVID-19 face several issues that lead to physical/psychological breakdown. This study focused on burnout and its associated factors in nurses working in an Italian University Hospital during the first wave of COVID-19 pandemic. We designed a web-based cross-sectional study addressed to nurses working at the University Hospital in Foggia, Italy. The online questionnaire was organized in sections aimed at collecting demographic and occupational variables, including the Maslach Burnout Inventory (MBI) and the Oldenburg Burnout Inventory (OBI). Two hundred and ninety-three nurses agreed to participate. According to MBI, we reported moderate/high emotional exhaustion in 76.5%, depersonalization in 50.2%, and personal gratification in 54.6% of participants. COVID-19-related burnout measured by OBI resulted medium/high in 89.1% of participants. Among demographic and occupational factors, a multivariate regression analysis identified emotional support, consideration of leaving job, and workload as predictive of burnout in nurses. In conclusion, this study suggests that the improvement of employer and family support to nurses, as well as reduction of workload and job-related stress, would contribute to reducing burnout in nurses during COVID-19 pandemics.
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- Francesco Bellanti
- Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences, University of Foggia, Viale Pinto 1, 71122 Foggia, Italy; (F.B.); (A.L.B.); (E.C.); (G.V.)
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- Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences, University of Foggia, Viale Pinto 1, 71122 Foggia, Italy; (F.B.); (A.L.B.); (E.C.); (G.V.)
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- Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences, University of Foggia, Viale Pinto 1, 71122 Foggia, Italy; (F.B.); (A.L.B.); (E.C.); (G.V.)
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Jordana 19, 41-808 Zabrze, Poland; (M.D.); (A.K.); (S.K.)
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Jordana 19, 41-808 Zabrze, Poland; (M.D.); (A.K.); (S.K.)
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Jordana 19, 41-808 Zabrze, Poland; (M.D.); (A.K.); (S.K.)
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- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Foggia, Viale Pinto 1, 71122 Foggia, Italy
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +39-0881-733-840
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- Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences, University of Foggia, Viale Pinto 1, 71122 Foggia, Italy; (F.B.); (A.L.B.); (E.C.); (G.V.)
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Wyparło-Wszelaki M, Wąsik M, Machoń-Grecka A, Kasperczyk A, Bellanti F, Kasperczyk S, Dobrakowski M. Blood Magnesium Level and Selected Oxidative Stress Indices in Lead-Exposed Workers. Biol Trace Elem Res 2021; 199:465-472. [PMID: 32372126 PMCID: PMC7746562 DOI: 10.1007/s12011-020-02168-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/03/2020] [Accepted: 04/24/2020] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
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Occupational exposure to lead is one of the important hazards to human global population. Lead interferes with divalent cations, such as calcium, magnesium, and iron. Magnesium is the fourth most common mineral in the human body and a cofactor in more than 325 enzymes. There are many disorders associated with magnesium deficiency. It has been postulated that hypomagnesemia promotes oxidative stress. Study population included 232 male employees of lead-zinc works and was divided into two sub-groups based on the median of magnesium serum level: low magnesium level (L-Mg) group and high magnesium level (H-Mg) group. Magnesium level was significantly higher in the H-Mg group than in the L-Mg group due to the study design. The level of zinc protoporphyrin was significantly higher in the L-Mg group than in the H-Mg group by 13%, while the blood lead levels were similar in the examined groups. The serum level of MDA was significantly higher in the L-Mg group than in the H-Mg group by 12%, while the serum levels of thiol groups, TAC, and bilirubin were significantly lower in that group by 6%, 3%, and 27%, respectively. Similarly, the erythrocyte SOD activity was lower in the L-Mg group than in the H-Mg group by 5%. Low serum magnesium levels contribute to lead-induced oxidative stress, result in unfavorable modification of antioxidant system function, and promote lead-induced impairment of heme synthesis. Obtained results indicate that prevention of hypomagnesemia should be regarded as an important step in ensuring adequate prophylaxis of chronic lead poisoning.
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- Magdalena Wyparło-Wszelaki
- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia, ul. Jordana 19, 41-808, Zabrze, Poland
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia, ul. Jordana 19, 41-808, Zabrze, Poland
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia, ul. Jordana 19, 41-808, Zabrze, Poland.
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia, ul. Jordana 19, 41-808, Zabrze, Poland
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- Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences, University of Foggia, viale Pinto, 1, 71122, Foggia, Italy
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia, ul. Jordana 19, 41-808, Zabrze, Poland
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia, ul. Jordana 19, 41-808, Zabrze, Poland
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Jóźwiak JJ, Studziński K, Tomasik T, Windak A, Mastej M, Catapano AL, Ray KK, Mikhailidis DP, Toth PP, Howard G, Lip GY, Tomaszewski M, Charchar FJ, Sattar N, Williams B, MacDonald TM, Nowak D, Skowron Ł, Kasperczyk S, Banach M. The prevalence of cardiovascular risk factors and cardiovascular disease among primary care patients in Poland: results from the LIPIDOGRAM2015 study. ATHEROSCLEROSIS SUPP 2020; 42:e15-e24. [DOI: 10.1016/j.atherosclerosissup.2021.01.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/11/2023]
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Harrison SL, Lane DA, Banach M, Mastej M, Kasperczyk S, Jóźwiak JJ, Lip GY, Al-Shaer B, Andrusewicz W, Andrzejczuk-Rosa M, Anusz-Gaszewska E, Bagińska A, Balawajder P, Bańka G, Barańska-Skubisz E, Barbara Przyczyna B, Bartkowiak S, Bartodziej J, Bartosiewicz M, Basałyga M, Batyra A, Bąk A, Bednarz M, Bejnar K, Bernacki W, Betiuk-Kwiatkowska M, Biegaj S, Bień M, Bilski W, Biłogan M, Biruta-Pawłowska G, Biskup A, Błaszczyk B, Błaszczyk H, Błońska-Jankowska T, Bogacka-Gancarczyk B, Bojanowska M, Bonda E, Borowik-Skwarek J, Borowska J, Bruckner J, Brzostek J, Brzuchacz M, Budzyńska M, Bulzacka-Fugiel I, Bulzak J, Bunikowski K, Cebulska A, Celka T, Cempel-Nowak E, Chechliński W, Chludzińska A, Chmiel D, Chmielewska M, Cichy M, Ciemięga A, Ciepluch A, Cieszyńska I, Czajka B, Czapla B, Czerner M, Czerwińska B, Czuryszkiewicz W, Daleka E, Dawid Z, Dąbrowska M, Dąbrowska R, Dąbrowski D, Dąbrowski M, Demczyszyn K, Dębowska-Serwińska A, Dmochowski J, Dobrzecka-Kiwior J, Dolanowska E, Dolanowski H, Dołek P, Domagała M, Domański H, Doszel A, Duda D, Dudkowska M, Dudziuk B, Dybciak P, Dymanowski M, Dziadzio-Bolek L, Eicke M, El-Hassan H, Eremus A, Fąferek-Muller M, Figura-Roguska E, Fijałkowska-Kaczmarek I, Flis M, Florczak T, Florczuk M, Foryszewska-Witan E, Frydrych W, Fugiel A, Futyma E, Gaca-Jaroszewicz A, Gajdamowicz I, Ganczarski K, Gatnar A, Gers M, Głowacki A, Głód K, Godula J, Gołąb J, Gołębiewski M, Goszczyńska E, Gościcka K, Górna-Hajduga A, Górny E, Grabowska T, Grabowski R, Graczyk-Duda A, Gromow A, Grudewicz A, Gruszecka J, Gruszka A, Gryboś J, Grzebyk J, Grzechowiak A, Grzesiak D, Grześkowiak T, Guźla A, Hachuła G, Hawel B, Hiltawska H, Honkowicz E, Ignatowicz J, Imielski K, Iwaniura A, Jagieła-Szymala A, Jalć-Sowała M, Janczylik A, Janisz E, Janiszek M, Jankiewicz-Ziobro K, Januszewska K, Jaremek A, Jaros-Urbaniak A, Jarosz J, Jarosz P, Jasiński W, Jezierska-Wasilewska M, Jędraszewski T, Jędrzejowska A, Józefowicz R, Jóźwiak J, Juźwin K, Kacprzak E, Kaczmarek-Szewczyk J, Kaczmarzyk M, Kandziora R, Kaniewski C, Karolak-Brandt L, Kasperczyk S, Kasperek-Dyląg E, Kedziora I, Kępa A, Kiciński J, Kielak-Al-Hosam J, Kiełczawa Ł, Kilimowicz P, Kitliński K, Kiwka T, Klein U, Klichowicz L, Klimowicz A, Klonowski B, Kmolek B, Kobyłko-Klepacka E, Kocoń A, Kolenda A, Kollek E, Kopeć M, Koper-Kozikowska B, Koralewska J, Korczyńska M, Korzeniewski M, Kosk A, Kotarski K, Kowalczyk E, Kowalczyk M, Kowalik I, Kozak-Błażkiewicz B, Kozik M, Kozłowska D, Kozłowska E, Kozłowska M, Kozubski T, Kózka K, Kraśnik L, Krężel T, Krochmal B, Król B, Król G, Król J, Królikowska T, Kruszewska H, Krygier-Potrykus B, Krystek W, Krzysztoń J, Kubicki T, Kuczmierczyk-El-Hassan A, Kuczyńska-Witek W, Kujda D, Kurowski A, Kurzelewska-Solarz I, Kwaczyńska M, Kwaśniak M, Kwaśniak P, Kwietniewska T, Łebek-Ordon A, Lebiedowicz A, Lejkowska-Olszewska L, Lentas M, Lesiewicz-Ksycińska A, Limanowski M, Łoniewski S, Łopata J, Łubianka B, Łukasiuk I, Łużna M, Łysiak M, Łysik B, Machowski Z, Maciaczyk-Kubiak J, Mackiewicz-Zabochnicka G, Magner-Krężel Z, Majda S, Malinowski P, Mantyka J, Marchlik E, Martyna-Ordyniec G, Marzec J, Marzec M, Matejko-Wałkiewicz R, Mazur M, Michalczak M, Michalska-Żyłka A, Michniewicz M, Mika-Staniszewska D, Mikiciuk E, Mikołajczak T, Milewski J, Miller E, Misiaszek B, Mizik-Łukowska M, Młyńczyk-Pokutycka E, Mocek M, Moczała M, Morawska-Hermanowicz M, Moryc P, Moskal A, Moskal S, Moździerz A, Moździerz P, Mrozińska M, Mrozowicz K, Mróz G, Munia T, Mura A, Muras-Skudlarska M, Murawska E, Murawski Ł, Murawski R, Musielak R, Nadaj K, Nagarnowicz W, Napierała R, Niedźwiecka M, Niemirski A, Nikiel J, Nosal M, Nowacki W, Nowak J, Nyrka M, Obst A, Ochowicz J, Ogonowska E, Oleszczyk M, Ołdakowski A, Ołowniuk-Stefaniak I, Ordowska-Rejman J, Orliński M, Osińska B, Ostańska-Burian A, Paciorkowska A, Paczkowska U, Paluch L, Pałka L, Paszko-Wojtkowska J, Paszkowska A, Pawlak-Ganczarska E, Pawlik W, Pawłowska I, Paździora M, Permiakow G, Petlic-Marendziak A, Piasecka T, Piaścińska E, Piktel A, Pilarska-Igielska A, Piotrkowska A, Piwowar-Klag K, Planer M, Plewa J, Płatkiewicz P, Płonczyńska B, Podgórska A, Polewska M, Porębska B, Porwoł P, Potakowska I, Prokop A, Przybylski J, Przybyła M, Psiuk H, Ptak K, Puzoń G, Rabiza N, Rachwalik S, Raczyńska E, Raniszewska M, Romanek-Kozik A, Rosa A, Rosa K, Rozewicz A, Rudzka-Kałwak J, Rusak J, Rutkowska D, Rybacki M, Rybińska D, Rycyk-Sadowska A, Rynda L, Rynkiewicz B, Sadowska-Krawczyk B, Sadowska-Zarzycka M, Sarnecka B, Sawalach-Tomanik E, Sidor-Drozd B, Siemieniak-Dębska M, Sieroń A, Siewniak-Zalewska B, Sikora A, Sitarska-Pawlina B, Skorupski J, Skrzypińska-Mansfeld I, Skubisz J, Skwarek R, Słodyczka M, Smentek M, Smolińska K, Solarz B, Sosnowska W, Sroka B, Stachura H, Stangreciak D, Staniak M, Stańczyk Z, Stańszczak-Ozga D, Startek E, Stefańczyk M, Stelmach R, Sternadel-Rączka E, Sternik M, Stępień J, Stocka J, Stokowska-Wojda M, Studler-Karpińska M, Suchorukow W, Sufryd W, Supłacz B, Sygacz J, Szczepański Ł, Szkandera J, Szłapa-Zellner J, Szydlarska D, Śliwa T, Śliwka J, Śmiejkowski Ł, Targońska A, Tesarska E, Tobiasz M, Tomaka J, Tomalska-Bywalec K, Tomiak E, Topczewski S, Trawińska A, Trela-Mucha L, Trojanowski D, Trzaskowska M, Trzcińska-Larska B, Trznadel-Mozul A, Ulanicka-Liwoch K, Urbanowicz M, Uthke-Kluzek A, Waczyński J, Walczak J, Warsz L, Wasyńczuk M, Wąchała-Jędras U, Wąsowicz D, Wczysła J, Wenda F, Werner-Kubicka E, Weryszko E, Węgrzynowska B, Wiaksa M, Wiankowski M, Wicherek A, Wieczorek R, Wiencek R, Wienzek-Tatara G, Wierzbicka B, Wierzbicki M, Wilczyńska B, Wilmańska D, Winiarski P, Wiszniewska-Pabiszczak A, Witkowska M, Witzling J, Wlaź A, Wojtkowiak I, Woydyłło J, Woźniak K, Wójtowicz A, Wrona J, Wrońska M, Wujkowska H, Wyrąbek J, Wysokiński O, Zakrzewski R, Zaleska-Zatkalik J, Zaleski J, Zalewska- Dybciak M, Zalewska E, Zalewska-Uchimiak B, Zawadzka-Krajewska J, Zawadzki J, Zieliński A, Zubrycka E, Żybort I, Żymełka M. Lipid levels, atrial fibrillation and the impact of age: Results from the LIPIDOGRAM2015 study. Atherosclerosis 2020; 312:16-22. [DOI: 10.1016/j.atherosclerosis.2020.08.026] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/15/2020] [Revised: 08/04/2020] [Accepted: 08/13/2020] [Indexed: 12/22/2022]
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Abstract
Background
High blood lipid levels are known risk factors for atherosclerotic cardiovascular events, but associations between lipid levels and atrial fibrillation (AF) are unclear. Some previous studies have suggested an inverse association between lipid levels and AF referred to as the “cholesterol paradox”.
Purpose
To examine the prevalence of AF by differing lipid levels in a large population-based study of almost 14,000 adults in Poland.
Methods
The LIPIDOGRAM 2015 study is a cross-sectional study of adults aged 18 years and older recruited in Poland in 2015/2016 by 438 family physicians. Poisson regression models with robust variance were used to estimate prevalence ratios (PRs) for AF with 95% confidence intervals (CIs) for participants with differing lipid profiles. Lipid measures including low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C), high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C), triglycerides (TG), total cholesterol (TC) and LDL/HDL ratios were grouped into quartiles with the lowest quartile as the reference group. Models were adjusted for potential confounding factors including age, sex, waist-to-hip ratio, smoking, alcohol intake, regular physical activity, hypertension, antihypertensive medication use and treatment of dyslipidaemia.
Results
13,724 participants were recruited to the study, the median (interquartile range: IQR) age was 58.0 (47.7–65.8) years and 5.2% (n=708) had a diagnosis of AF, with a median (IQR) 3 (1–8) years since diagnosis. After adjusting for potential confounding factors, a statistically significant lower prevalence of AF was estimated for participants in the highest quartile for LDL-C (PR (95% CI): 0.60 (0.48, 0.75) p<0.001), HDL-C (0.58 (0.46, 0.74), p<0.001), TC (0.61 (0.49, 0.75), p<0.001) and LDL/HDL ratio (0.75 (0.61, 0.94), p=0.010). No statistically significant difference in prevalence of AF was observed for participants in the highest quartile for TG levels compared to the lowest quartile for TG levels.
Conclusions
The prevalence of AF was lower for people with higher levels of LDL-C, HDL-C, TC and higher LDL/HDL ratios; some of the difference in prevalence was explained by controlling for confounding factors, but in multivariable models the association remained statistically significant. This research adds to the body of evidence which suggests an inverse relationship between cholesterol levels and AF-the “cholesterol paradox” for AF.
Funding Acknowledgement
Type of funding source: None
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- S Harrison
- University of Liverpool, Liverpool Centre for Cardiovascular Science, Liverpool, United Kingdom
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- University of Liverpool, Liverpool Centre for Cardiovascular Science, Liverpool, United Kingdom
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- University of Liverpool, Liverpool Centre for Cardiovascular Science, Liverpool, United Kingdom
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- University of Opole, Department of Family Medicine and Public Health, Opole, Poland
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- University of Silesia, Department of Biochemistry, Katowice, Poland
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- University of Lodz, Department of Hypertension, Zeromskiego, Poland
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- University of Opole, Department of Family Medicine and Public Health, Opole, Poland
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Chyra-Jach D, Kaletka Z, Dobrakowski M, Machoń-Grecka A, Kasperczyk S, Bellanti F, Birkner E, Kasperczyk A. Levels of Macro- and Trace Elements and Select Cytokines in the Semen of Infertile Men. Biol Trace Elem Res 2020; 197:431-439. [PMID: 31898306 DOI: 10.1007/s12011-019-02022-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/08/2019] [Accepted: 12/17/2019] [Indexed: 02/05/2023]
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The current study evaluated levels of macro-/trace elements, select cytokines, and sperm quality, in the semen of men with abnormal spermograms. The study population of men with abnormal spermograms was divided into three groups, i.e., oligospermic, asthenozoospermic, and oligoasthenozoospermic. The control group was fertile men with normal semen parameters. Analyses showed that in comparison with that in the semen of the fertile men, levels of calcium, magnesium, and selenium were significantly lower in men with all three groups. Semen levels of zinc were significantly lower in men with asthenospermia as compared with that in control. GGT (gamma-glutamyltranspeptidase) activity in semen was significantly higher in men in any of the three states as compared with that seen in control semen. In contrast, semen ALT (alanine aminotransferase) activity was reduced in men with any of these abnormalities compared with that in the controls. Semen cholesterol levels were significantly lower in men with asthenospermia as compared with control semen. Of all the measured cytokines, only IL-5 levels were reduced in the semen of the men with any of the conditions as compared with control semen. The semen of infertile males is characterized by reduced levels of calcium, magnesium, and trace metals such as zinc and selenium. The study also indicated that measures of cholesterol and of GGT/ALT activities could serve as supplementary parameters indicative of semen quality. Further investigations are needed to clarify the role of the measured parameters in sperm physiology.
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- Dorota Chyra-Jach
- Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine with the Division of Dentistry in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia, ul. Jordana 19, 41-808, Zabrze, Poland
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- Department and Clinic of Urology, School of Medicine with the Division of Dentistry in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia, ul. 3 Maja 13-15, 41-800, Zabrze, Poland
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- Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine with the Division of Dentistry in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia, ul. Jordana 19, 41-808, Zabrze, Poland
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- Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine with the Division of Dentistry in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia, ul. Jordana 19, 41-808, Zabrze, Poland.
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- Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine with the Division of Dentistry in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia, ul. Jordana 19, 41-808, Zabrze, Poland
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- Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences, University of Foggia, viale Pinto, 1 -71122, Foggia, Italy
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- Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine with the Division of Dentistry in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia, ul. Jordana 19, 41-808, Zabrze, Poland
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- Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine with the Division of Dentistry in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia, ul. Jordana 19, 41-808, Zabrze, Poland
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Kurkowska W, Bogacz A, Janiszewska M, Gabryś E, Tiszler M, Bellanti F, Kasperczyk S, Machoń-Grecka A, Dobrakowski M, Kasperczyk A. Oxidative Stress is Associated with Reduced Sperm Motility in Normal Semen. Am J Mens Health 2020; 14:1557988320939731. [PMID: 32938274 PMCID: PMC7503008 DOI: 10.1177/1557988320939731] [Citation(s) in RCA: 34] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.5] [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] [Indexed: 02/05/2023] Open
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Infertility is among the most serious medical problems worldwide. Male factors contribute to 40%-50% of all infertility cases, and approximately 7% of men worldwide are affected by infertility. Spermatozoa are extremely vulnerable to oxidative insult. Oxidative stress results in axonemal damage and increased midpiece sperm morphological defects, which lead to reduced sperm motility. The aim of the study is to evaluate the association between sperm motility and the levels of selected antioxidants, cytokines, and markers of oxidative damage in the seminal plasma.The study group included 107 healthy males, who were split into two subgroups based on the percentage of motile spermatozoa after 1 hr: low motility (LM, n = 51) and high motility (HM, n = 56).The glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) activity was 52% lower in the LM group compared to that in the HM group. The level of malondialdehyde (MDA) was 12% higher in the LM group compared to that in the HM group. Similarly, the median values of interleukin (IL)-1β, IL-10, IL-12, and tumor necrosis factor alpha (TNF-α) were higher in the LM group than those in the HM group. Results of the present study revealed that the percentage of motile spermatozoa after 1 hr correlated positively with the levels of IL-1β, IL-10, IL-12, and TNFα.The lower motility of spermatozoa in healthy men is associated with a decreased activity of G6PD and increased levels of cytokines, which may be related to increased oxidative stress in seminal plasma that manifests as an increased level of MDA.
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- Wiktoria Kurkowska
- Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine with the Division of Dentistry in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia, Zabrze, Poland
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- Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine with the Division of Dentistry in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia, Zabrze, Poland
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- Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine with the Division of Dentistry in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia, Zabrze, Poland
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- Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine with the Division of Dentistry in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia, Zabrze, Poland
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- Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine with the Division of Dentistry in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia, Zabrze, Poland
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- Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences, University of Foggia, Foggia, Puglia, Italy
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- Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine with the Division of Dentistry in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia, Zabrze, Poland
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- Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine with the Division of Dentistry in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia, Zabrze, Poland
- Anna Machoń-Grecka, Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine with the Division of Dentistry in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia, ul. Jordana 19, Zabrze, 41-808, Poland.
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- Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine with the Division of Dentistry in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia, Zabrze, Poland
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- Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine with the Division of Dentistry in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia, Zabrze, Poland
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Białkowska M, Stołtny T, Pasek J, Mielnik M, Czech S, Ostałowska A, Kasperczyk S, Koczy B. Quality of Life of Men after Cementless Hip Replacement - a Pilot Study. Ortop Traumatol Rehabil 2020; 22:161-171. [PMID: 32732444 DOI: 10.5604/01.3001.0014.3232] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [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] [Indexed: 11/13/2022]
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BACKGROUND Hip osteoarthritis is a significant health, social and economic problem. The associated pain and pathological and pathological proliferative joint lesions significantly reduce patients' quality of life. MATERIAL AND METHODS The study involved 61 male patients aged 30 to 75 years qualified for hip arthroplasty due to osteoarthritis. A short version of the WHOQoL-BREF and EQ-5D-5L questionnaires were used to assess the quality of life. The questionnaires were administered before surgery, during the first outpatient visit (6 weeks after the surgery) and 6 months after the surgery. RESULTS The WHOQoL-BREF questionnaire showed that the quality of life had improved significantly after just 6 weeks by 5% and 19% (p <0.01). After 6 months, there was also an improvement, of 13% and 42% (p <0.001). The most marked statistical improvement was found in the somatic domain after 6 weeks (8%) and after 6 months (11%) (p <0.001). The quality of life according to the EQ-5D-5L questionnaire showed statistically significant improvement of 13-23% after 6 weeks and of 32-42% after 6 months (p <0.001). The most marked improvement was achieved in terms of pain relief (p <0.001). CONCLUSIONS 1. The quality of life improved significantly after just six weeks following hip arthroplasty. 2. The results were significantly higher also after 6 months. 3. The functional status of the patients improved significantly at both 6 weeks and 6 months after hip arthroplasty, especially in terms of pain reduction.
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- Monika Białkowska
- Samodzielny Publiczny Wojewódzki Szpital Chirurgii Urazowej im. Dra Janusza Daaba w Piekarach Śląskich , Polska / Regional Hospital of Orthopaedics and Trauma Surgery in Piekary Śląskie, Poland
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- Samodzielny Publiczny Wojewódzki Szpital Chirurgii Urazowej im. Dra Janusza Daaba w Piekarach Śląskich , Polska / Regional Hospital of Orthopaedics and Trauma Surgery in Piekary Śląskie, Poland
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- Uniwersytet im. Jana Długosza w Częstochowie, Wydział Nauk o Zdrowiu, Częstochowa, Polska / Faculty of Health Sciences, Tourism and Physiotherapy. Jan Długosz University in Częstochowa, Poland
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- Samodzielny Publiczny Wojewódzki Szpital Chirurgii Urazowej im. Dra Janusza Daaba w Piekarach Śląskich , Polska / Regional Hospital of Orthopaedics and Trauma Surgery in Piekary Śląskie, Poland
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- Samodzielny Publiczny Wojewódzki Szpital Chirurgii Urazowej im. Dra Janusza Daaba w Piekarach Śląskich , Polska / Regional Hospital of Orthopaedics and Trauma Surgery in Piekary Śląskie, Poland
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- Śląski Uniwersytet Medyczny w Katowicach Katedra i Zakład Biochemii Wydziału Lekarskiego z Oddziałem Dentystycznym w Zabrzu, Polska / Department of Internal Medicine, Angiology and Physical Medicine. School of Medicine with a Division of Dentistry in Zabrze. Bytom, Poland
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- Śląski Uniwersytet Medyczny w Katowicach Katedra i Zakład Biochemii Wydziału Lekarskiego z Oddziałem Dentystycznym w Zabrzu, Polska / Department of Internal Medicine, Angiology and Physical Medicine. School of Medicine with a Division of Dentistry in Zabrze. Bytom, Poland
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- Katedra i Zakład Biochemii Wydziału Lekarskiego z Oddziałem Dentystycznym w Zabrzu, Polska / Department of Internal Medicine, Angiology and Physical Medicine. School of Medicine with a Division of Dentistry in Zabrze. Bytom, Poland
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Bellanti F, Lo Buglio A, Quiete S, Pellegrino G, Dobrakowski M, Kasperczyk A, Kasperczyk S, Vendemiale G. Comparison of Three Nutritional Screening Tools with the New Glim Criteria for Malnutrition and Association with Sarcopenia in Hospitalized Older Patients. J Clin Med 2020; 9:jcm9061898. [PMID: 32560480 PMCID: PMC7356988 DOI: 10.3390/jcm9061898] [Citation(s) in RCA: 39] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/25/2020] [Revised: 06/09/2020] [Accepted: 06/16/2020] [Indexed: 02/05/2023] Open
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The integrated assessment of nutritional status and presence of sarcopenia would help improve clinical outcomes of in-hospital aged patients. We compared three common nutritional screening tools with the new Global Leadership Initiative on Malnutrition (GLIM) diagnostic criteria among hospitalized older patients. To this, 152 older patients were assessed consecutively at hospital admission by the Malnutrition Universal Screening Tool (MUST), the Subjective Global Assessment (SGA), and the Nutritional Risk Screening 2002 (NRS-2002). A 46% prevalence of malnutrition was reported according to GLIM. Sensitivity was 64%, 96% and 47%, and specificity was 82%, 15% and 76% with the MUST, SGA, and NRS-2002, respectively. The concordance with GLIM criteria was 89%, 53% and 62% for the MUST, SGA, and NRS-2002, respectively. All the screening tools had a moderate value to diagnose malnutrition. Moreover, patients at high nutritional risk by MUST were more likely to present with sarcopenia than those at low risk (OR 2.5, CI 1.3-3.6). To conclude, MUST is better than SGA and NRS-2002 at detecting malnutrition in hospitalized older patients diagnosed by the new GLIM criteria. Furthermore, hospitalized older patients at high risk of malnutrition according to MUST are at high risk of presenting with sarcopenia. Nutritional status should be determined by MUST in older patients at hospital admission, followed by both GLIM and the European Working Group on Sarcopenia in Older People (EWGSOP2) assessment.
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- Francesco Bellanti
- Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences, University of Foggia, viale Pinto 1, 71122 Foggia, Italy; (A.L.B.); (S.Q.); (G.P.); (G.V.)
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- Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences, University of Foggia, viale Pinto 1, 71122 Foggia, Italy; (A.L.B.); (S.Q.); (G.P.); (G.V.)
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- Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences, University of Foggia, viale Pinto 1, 71122 Foggia, Italy; (A.L.B.); (S.Q.); (G.P.); (G.V.)
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- Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences, University of Foggia, viale Pinto 1, 71122 Foggia, Italy; (A.L.B.); (S.Q.); (G.P.); (G.V.)
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Jordana 19, 41-808 Zabrze, Poland; (M.D.); (A.K.); (S.K.)
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Jordana 19, 41-808 Zabrze, Poland; (M.D.); (A.K.); (S.K.)
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Jordana 19, 41-808 Zabrze, Poland; (M.D.); (A.K.); (S.K.)
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- Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences, University of Foggia, viale Pinto 1, 71122 Foggia, Italy; (A.L.B.); (S.Q.); (G.P.); (G.V.)
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Lead (Pb) is a toxic heavy metal ubiquitously distributed around the world, especially in industrial areas. Occupational and environmental exposures to Pb have detrimental effects on human health. Pb affects functioning of many systems of the human body, including the cardiovascular system. Angiogenesis, the process of new blood vessel formation, which makes critical contribution throughout life is deranged in various diseases. Excessive angiogenesis may result in different diseases including cancer. On the other spectrum, insufficient angiogenesis is observed in many diseases, such as atherosclerosis, hypertension, and cardiovascular disease. These disorders are also associated with occupational Pb exposure. In this paper, epidemiological and experimental studies are reviewed selectively for evidence in support of this hypothesis, that is, interactions between Pb and angiogenesis. We discuss the evidence for the possible mechanism of Pb impact on concentrations of angiogenic factors. Studies suggested that Pb exposure affects the level of angiogenic factors associated with angiogenesis regulation and promotion. Further research is needed, especially in the mechanisms in which Pb-induced vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) disregulation is present. We believe that characterizing the connection between Pb and angiogenesis will provide helpful information for the development of intervention strategies to reduce the adverse effects of Pb exposure.
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- Anna Machoń-Grecka
- Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine with the Division of Dentistry, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Zabrze, Poland
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- Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine with the Division of Dentistry, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Zabrze, Poland
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- Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine with the Division of Dentistry, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Zabrze, Poland
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- Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine with the Division of Dentistry, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Zabrze, Poland
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- Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine with the Division of Dentistry, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Zabrze, Poland
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Białkowska M, Stołtny T, Pasek J, Mielnik M, Szyluk K, Baczyński K, Hawranek R, Koczy-Baron A, Kasperczyk S, Cieślar G, Koczy B. THE INFLUENCE OF HIP ARTHROPLASTY ON HEALTH RELATED QUALITY OF LIFE IN MALE POPULATION WITH OSTEOARTHRITIS HIP DISEASE. Wiad Lek 2020; 73:2627-2633. [PMID: 33577480] [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] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/12/2023]
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OBJECTIVE Introduction: Hip osteoarthritis is a disabling disease which become substantial health-related, social, and economic issue. The aim: To assess short term quality of life in male population with hip ostheoarthritis, after total hip arthroplasty. PATIENTS AND METHODS Material and methods: 118 male patients were included in the study, age range from 31 to 79 year-old, who underwent total hip arthroplasty. Patients quality of life was assessed using questioners: abbreviated version of WHOQoL-BREF, as well as EQ-5D-5L, and SF-36 scale. Patients condition was investigated before surgery, 6 weeks and 6 months after the surgery. RESULTS Results: The results from WHOQoL-BREF questionnaire demonstrated a statistically significant improvement of quality of life after the surgery - 6 weeks after the procedure by 4% and 21% (p<0.001), after 6 months by 13% and 42% (p<0.001), respectively. The most significant improvement was found in the somatic domain - by 5% after 6 weeks, and by 6% after 6 months (p<0.001). The quality of life according to the EQ-5D-5L questionnaire revealed statistically significant improvement after 6 weeks, by 18-24% (p<0.001), after 6 months by 41-48% (p<0.001). Substantial improvement was achieved in reducing pain and improving mobility. SF-36 questionnaire showed statistically significant improvement after 6 months from the surgery in both physical (by 44%), and mental condition (by 54%) (p<0.001). CONCLUSION Conclusions: Improvement of the quality of life - mainly less severe pain and better mobility after total hip arthroplasty in the investigated group of men was proven in 6 weeks after the procedure, while the further progress was more noticeable 6 months after the procedure.
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- Monika Białkowska
- DISTRICT HOSPITAL OF ORTHOPAEDICS AND TRAUMA SURGERY IN PIEKARY ŚLĄSKIE, PIEKARY ŚLĄSKIE, POLAND
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- DISTRICT HOSPITAL OF ORTHOPAEDICS AND TRAUMA SURGERY IN PIEKARY ŚLĄSKIE, PIEKARY ŚLĄSKIE, POLAND
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- FACULTY OF HEALTH SCIENCES, JAN DŁUGOSZ UNIVERSITY IN CZĘSTOCHOWA, CZĘSTOCHOWA, POLAND
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- DISTRICT HOSPITAL OF ORTHOPAEDICS AND TRAUMA SURGERY IN PIEKARY ŚLĄSKIE, PIEKARY ŚLĄSKIE, POLAND
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- DISTRICT HOSPITAL OF ORTHOPAEDICS AND TRAUMA SURGERY IN PIEKARY ŚLĄSKIE, PIEKARY ŚLĄSKIE, POLAND
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- DISTRICT HOSPITAL OF ORTHOPAEDICS AND TRAUMA SURGERY IN PIEKARY ŚLĄSKIE, PIEKARY ŚLĄSKIE, POLAND
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- DISTRICT HOSPITAL OF ORTHOPAEDICS AND TRAUMA SURGERY IN PIEKARY ŚLĄSKIE, PIEKARY ŚLĄSKIE, POLAND
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- DEPARTMENT OF BIOCHEMISTRY, FACULTY OF MEDICAL SCIENCES IN ZABRZE, MEDICAL UNIVERSITY OF SILESIA IN KATOWICE, ZABRZE, POLAND
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- DEPARTMENT OF INTERNAL MEDICINE, ANGIOLOGY AND PHYSICAL MEDICINE, FACULTY OF MEDICAL SCIENCES IN ZABRZE, MEDICAL UNIVERSITY OF SILESIA IN KATOWICE, BYTOM, POLAND
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- DISTRICT HOSPITAL OF ORTHOPAEDICS AND TRAUMA SURGERY IN PIEKARY ŚLĄSKIE, PIEKARY ŚLĄSKIE, POLAND
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Szlacheta Z, Wąsik M, Machoń-Grecka A, Kasperczyk A, Dobrakowski M, Bellanti F, Szlacheta P, Kasperczyk S. Potential Antioxidant Activity of Calcium and Selected Oxidative Stress Markers in Lead- and Cadmium-Exposed Workers. Oxid Med Cell Longev 2020; 2020:8035631. [PMID: 33082913 PMCID: PMC7558770 DOI: 10.1155/2020/8035631] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/28/2020] [Revised: 08/25/2020] [Accepted: 09/15/2020] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
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Occupational lead (Pb) and cadmium (Cd) exposure occurs during processing and casting of nonferrous metals such as zinc. In contrast to Pb and Cd, Ca is essential for living organisms due to its important role in a multitude of functions, from cell signaling to bone growth. Pb and Cd exposure affects calcium metabolism in various ways. The aim of this study was to investigate the blood levels of Pb, Cd, and Ca and the levels of selected oxidative stress biomarkers in workers exposed to Pb and Cd. Population groups included 264 male employees in a lead-zinc smelter. The study population was divided into two subgroups based on the median of Ca serum level (2.42 mmol/l): the low-Ca-level group (L-Ca group) and the high-Ca-level group (H-Ca group). Ca level was significantly higher in the H-Ca group than in the L-Ca group due to the study design (by 26%). The level of zinc protoporphyrin (ZPP) was significantly higher in the L-Ca group than in the H-Ca group by 13%, while the blood lead levels (PbB) were similar in the examined groups. The level of cadmium (CdB) was significantly higher in the L-Ca group than in the H-Ca group by 33%. From oxidative stress markers in serum, only the levels of malondialdehyde (MDA) and ceruloplasmin (CER) were significantly higher in the L-Ca group than in the H-Ca group, by 12% and 4%, respectively. The correlation analysis showed negative correlations between Ca level and the levels of PbB, ZPP, CdB, and MDA. The presented results indicate that Ca level modulates the serum concentration of Cd and has an impact on Pb-induced impairment of heme synthesis. The higher Ca levels may lead to a decrease in the concentration of lipid peroxidation products. Moreover, serum calcium level seems to be able to modify the level of acute-phase proteins. Obtained results suggest that higher Ca level may be useful in reducing Cd level in occupationally exposed workers.
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- 2Department of Clinical Biochemistry and Laboratory Diagnostics, Institute of Medicine, University of Opole, Oleska 48, 45-052 Opole, Poland
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- 3Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Poland
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- 3Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Poland
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- 3Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Poland
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- 4Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences, University of Foggia, Viale Pinto 1, 71122 Foggia, Italy
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- 5Department of Toxicology and Health Protection, Faculty of Health Science in Bytom, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Bytom, Poland
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- 3Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Medical Sciences in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Poland
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Bellanti F, Buglio AL, Stasio ED, Bello GD, Tamborra R, Dobrakowski M, Kasperczyk A, Kasperczyk S, Vendemiale G. An open-label, single-center pilot study to test the effects of an amino acid mixture in older patients admitted to internal medicine wards. Nutrition 2020; 69:110588. [PMID: 31629306 DOI: 10.1016/j.nut.2019.110588] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/16/2019] [Revised: 09/10/2019] [Accepted: 09/11/2019] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
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OBJECTIVE Older patients are frequently subjected to prolonged hospitalization and extended bed rest, with a negative effect on physical activity and caloric intake. This results in a consistent loss of muscle mass and function, which is associated with functional decline and high mortality. The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of 1 wk of oral amino acid (AA) supplementation in older patients subjected to low mobility during hospitalization. METHODS Hospitalized older patients (69-87) were included in the control group (n = 50) or were administered 25 g of AA mixture (n = 44) twice daily throughout 7 d of low mobility. We collected data related to length of stay as primary outcome measure. In-hospital mortality, 90-d postdischarge mortality, 90-d postdischarge rehospitalization, and falls also were considered. Moreover, variations of anthropometric measures, body composition and muscle architecture/strength, circulating interleukins, and oxidative stress markers between the beginning and the end of the supplementation period were analyzed as secondary outcomes. RESULTS Similar values were reported between the two groups regarding age (76.6 ± 6.8 versus 79 ± 7.2 y old), body weight (61.5 ± 14.3 versus 62.1 ± 16.1 kg), and body mass index (28.7 ± 4.15 versus 28.1 ± 3.62 kg/m2). Although no difference in terms of in-hospital, 90-d postdischarge, or overall mortality rate was observed between the two groups, a reduction in length of stay, 90-d postdischarge hospitalization, and falls was observed in the AA supplementation group rather than in controls. Furthermore, the AA mixture limited muscle architecture/strength impairment and circulating oxidative stress, which occurred during hospitalization-related bed rest. The latter data was associated with increased circulating levels of anti-inflammatory cytokines interleukin-4 and -10. CONCLUSIONS These results suggest that the AA mixture limits several alterations associated with low mobility in older hospitalized patients, such as length of stay, 90-d postdischarge hospitalization, and falls, preventing the loss of muscle function, as well as the increase of circulating interleukins and oxidative stress markers.
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- Francesco Bellanti
- Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences, University of Foggia, Foggia, Italy.
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- Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences, University of Foggia, Foggia, Italy
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- Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences, University of Foggia, Foggia, Italy
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- Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences, University of Foggia, Foggia, Italy
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- Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences, University of Foggia, Foggia, Italy
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- Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine with the Division of Dentistry in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia, Zabrze, Poland
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- Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine with the Division of Dentistry in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia, Zabrze, Poland
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- Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine with the Division of Dentistry in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia, Zabrze, Poland
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- Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences, University of Foggia, Foggia, Italy
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Wąsik J, Stołtny T, Pasek J, Szyluk K, Pyda M, Ostałowska A, Kasperczyk S, Koczy B. Effect of Total Ankle Arthroplasty and Ankle Arthrodesis for Ankle Osteoarthritis: A Comparative Study. Med Sci Monit 2019; 25:6797-6804. [PMID: 31502587 PMCID: PMC6752092 DOI: 10.12659/msm.915574] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/14/2022] Open
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Background Surgical methods in treatment of joint osteoarthritis (OA) aim at meeting the increasing expectations of people with active lifestyles. Ankle joint arthroplasty has been performed increasingly more often as an alternative to arthrodesis. The aim of this study was to compare arthrodesis and arthroplasty in the treatment of ankle osteoarthritis. Material/Methods The study involved 56 patients (45 males and 11 females) aged 21–72 years (mean 51) presenting with end-stage ankle OA: 29 patients (52%) underwent arthroplasty (Group A) and 27 patients (48%) underwent arthrodesis (Group B). Patients underwent surgery between 2004 and 2016 at a single clinical center. The observation period ranged from 6 to 150 months (mean 55 months). To assess the results of surgical treatment, quality of life (Health Assessment Questionnaire-HAQ, 12-Item Short-Form Survey-SF-12) and functional (American Orthopedic Foot & Ankle-AOFAS, Kofoed, Takakura) scores were used. For pain assessment, Visual Analog Scale was used (VAS). Results After the surgery, group A and B had a statistically significant improvement in the joint function and pain relief according to AOFAS (A: 32.6 to 68.2; B: 27.4 to 61.3), Kofoed (A: 31.8 to 68; B: 25.9 to 60.3), Takakura (A: 30.6 to 62.9; B: 25.4 to 49.3), and VAS scores (A: 7.28 to 4.14; B: 7.33 to 3.78) compared with preoperative scores. After the surgery, quality of life scores improved in both groups, for HAQ (A: 0.91 to 0.53; B: 1.34 to 0.56) and for SF-12 (A: 26.6 to 36.8; B: 25.6 to 38.0). Conclusions The comparison of total ankle arthroplasty and ankle arthrodesis in treatment of end-stage ankle osteoarthritis did not reveal any significant differences.
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- Jakub Wąsik
- I Department of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery, District Hospital of Orthopaedics and Trauma Surgery, Piekary Śląskie, Poland
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- I Department of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery, District Hospital of Orthopaedics and Trauma Surgery, Piekary Śląskie, Poland
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- Institute of Physical Education, Tourism and Physiotherapy, University of Jan Długosz in Częstochowa, Częstochowa, Poland
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- VI Department of Trauma and Orthopaedics, District Hospital of Orthopaedics and Trauma Surgery, Piekary Śląskie, Poland
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- VIII Department of Trauma and Orthopaedics, District Hospital of Orthopaedics and Trauma Surgery, Piekary Śląskie, Poland
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- Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine with the Division of Dentistry in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Zabrze, Poland
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- Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine with the Division of Dentistry in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Zabrze, Poland
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- I Department of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery, District Hospital of Orthopaedics and Trauma Surgery, Piekary Śląskie, Poland
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Koczy B, Stołtny T, Pasek J, Leksowska–Pawliczek M, Czech S, Ostałowska A, Kasperczyk S, Białkowska M, Cieślar G. Evaluation of β-endorphin concentration, mood, and pain intensity in men with idiopathic hip osteoarthritis treated with variable magnetic field. Medicine (Baltimore) 2019; 98:e16431. [PMID: 31348243 PMCID: PMC6708614 DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000016431] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [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] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/29/2019] [Revised: 06/18/2019] [Accepted: 06/19/2019] [Indexed: 01/26/2023] Open
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Osteoarthritis is the most frequently diagnosed disease of the musculoskeletal system. Growing number of patients waiting for surgical treatment and the possible negative consequences resulting from long-term pharmacological therapy lead to the search for non-pharmacological methods aimed at alleviating pain and reducing doses of analgesics, among them physical therapy with use of magnetic fields.The study involved 30 men aged 49 to 76 (mean age, 61.7 years) treated for idiopathic osteoarthritis of the hip joint. The subjects were divided into 2 groups (15 patients each) and underwent a cycle of magnetostimulation and magnetoledtherapy procedures, respectively. During the exposure cycle concentrations of β-endorphin were assessed 3 times and the mood was assessed 2 times. In addition, the assessment of pain intensity and the dose of analgesic drugs was performed before and after the end of therapy.Statistically significant increase in plasma β-endorphins concentration was observed in both groups of patients (magnetostimulation-P < .01 vs magnetoledtherapy-P < .001). In the assessment of mood of respondents, no statistically significant differences were found. Significant reduction in intensity of perceived pain was observed in both groups of patients (P < .05). In the group of patients who underwent magnetoledtherapy cycle, the analgesic drug use was significantly lower by 13% (P < .05) as compared with initial values, which was not noted in group of patients who underwent magnetostimulation procedures.The use of magnetic field therapy in the treatment of men with idiopathic osteoarthritis of hip joints causes a statistically significant increase in the concentration of plasma β-endorphins resulting in statistically significant analgesic effect in both magnetostimulation and magnetoledtherapy treated groups of patients, with accompanying decrease of need for analgetic drugs in magnetoledtherapy group, but without any significant changes regarding the patient's mood.
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- Bogdan Koczy
- District Hospital of Orthopaedics and Trauma Surgery in Piekary Śląskie, Piekary Śląskie
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- District Hospital of Orthopaedics and Trauma Surgery in Piekary Śląskie, Piekary Śląskie
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- Institute of Physical Education, Tourism and Physiotherapy, Jan Długosz University in Częstochowa, Częstochowa
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- District Hospital of Orthopaedics and Trauma Surgery in Piekary Śląskie, Piekary Śląskie
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- Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine with the Division of Dentistry in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia, Katowice, Zabrze
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- Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine with the Division of Dentistry in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia, Katowice, Zabrze
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- District Hospital of Orthopaedics and Trauma Surgery in Piekary Śląskie, Piekary Śląskie
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Angiology and Physical Medicine, School of Medicine with the Division of Dentistry in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia, Katowice, Bytom, Poland
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Adamczyk B, Koziarska D, Kasperczyk S, Adamczyk-Sowa M. Are antioxidant parameters in serum altered in patients with relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis treated with II-line immunomodulatory therapy? Free Radic Res 2018; 52:1083-1093. [DOI: 10.1080/10715762.2018.1535176] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/29/2022]
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- Bożena Adamczyk
- Department of Neurology, School of Medicine with the Division of Dentistry in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia, Katowice, Poland
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- Department of Neurology, Pomeranian Medical University, Szczecin, Poland
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- Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine with the Division of Dentistry in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia, Katowice, Poland
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- Department of Neurology, School of Medicine with the Division of Dentistry in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia, Katowice, Poland
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Wąsik J, Stołtny T, Leksowska-Pawliczek M, Pasek J, Szcześniak M, Ostałowska A, Kasperczyk S, Koczy B. Ankle Osteoarthritis - Arthroplasty or Arthrodesis? Ortop Traumatol Rehabil 2018; 20:361-370. [PMID: 30648661 DOI: 10.5604/01.3001.0012.7282] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [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] [Indexed: 11/13/2022]
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Osteoarthritis of the talocrural joint accounts for only 4% of cases of degenerative disease of the musculo-skeletal system. Unlike other joints, idiopathic OA of the ankle joint is identified in only 7% of patients. Until the end of the 1960's, arthrodesis was the treatment of choice in advanced OA of ankle joint. Absolute indi-ca-tions for arthrodesis include irreversible loss of joint anatomy, neurological conditions, advanced osteoporosis and chronic inflammation. Currently, the surgical treatment of ankle joint OA relies on third-generation endo-prostheses of the ankle. Arthroplasty is indicated in patients under 60 years of age with no history of non-ortho-paedic co-morbidities, engaging in little physical activity, with an intact joint axis and satisfactory mobility and non-smoking. This article analyzes the available literature on the results of surgical treatment in patients with osteoarthritis of the talocrural joint treated with arthrodesis or arthroplasty, taking into consideration the strict indications for each of these surgical methods.
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- Jakub Wąsik
- Samodzielny Publiczny Wojewódzki Szpital Chirurgii Urazowej im. Dra Janusza Daaba w Piekarach Śląskich, Polska / District Hospital of Orthopaedics and Trauma Surgery in Piekary Śląskie, Poland
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- Samodzielny Publiczny Wojewódzki Szpital Chirurgii Urazowej im. Dra Janusza Daaba w Piekarach Śląskich, Polska / District Hospital of Orthopaedics and Trauma Surgery in Piekary Śląskie, Poland
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- Wielospecjalistyczny Szpital Powiatowy S.A. NZOZ Szpital im. dr B. Hagera w Tarnowskich Górach, Polska / Dr B. Hager Multispeciality District Hospital in Tarnowskie Góry, Poland
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- Akademia im. Jana Długosza w Częstochowie Instytut Wychowania Fizycznego Turystyki i Fizjoterapii, Polska / Institute of Physical Education, Tourism and Physiotherapy, University of Jan Długosz in Częstochowa, Poland
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- Samodzielny Publiczny Wojewódzki Szpital Chirurgii Urazowej im. Dra Janusza Daaba w Piekarach Śląskich, Polska / District Hospital of Orthopaedics and Trauma Surgery in Piekary Śląskie, Poland
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- Katedra i Zakład Biochemii Wydziału Lekarskiego z Oddziałem Dentystycznym w Zabrzu, ŚUM w Katowicach, Polska / Department of Biochemistry, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Zabrze, Poland
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- Katedra i Zakład Biochemii Wydziału Lekarskiego z Oddziałem Dentystycznym w Zabrzu, ŚUM w Katowicach, Polska / Department of Biochemistry, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Zabrze, Poland
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- Samodzielny Publiczny Wojewódzki Szpital Chirurgii Urazowej im. Dra Janusza Daaba w Piekarach Śląskich, Polska / District Hospital of Orthopaedics and Trauma Surgery in Piekary Śląskie, Poland
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Bryniarski P, Kasperczyk S, Rajwa P, Stelmach P, Cisowska-Babraj M, Paradysz A. The comparison of oxidative stress effect in classic and tubeless percutaneous nephrolithotomy. Int Urol Nephrol 2018; 50:2145-2152. [PMID: 30302666 PMCID: PMC6267236 DOI: 10.1007/s11255-018-2003-x] [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] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/12/2018] [Accepted: 10/04/2018] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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Purpose Surgical stone treatment induces oxidative stress in kidney tissue. We hypothesized that tubeless percutaneous nephrolithotomy (tPCNL) may induce less oxidative stress than classic percutaneous nephrolithotomy (cPCNL) with nephrostomy tube. Methods Seventy-two consecutive patients with kidney stones qualified for PCNL were enrolled in the study. Patients were assigned to one of two groups (first group 33 patients—cPCNL and second group 39 patients—tPCNL). Four urine samples were collected in four consecutive days, starting the day before operation. Four oxidative stress markers were analyzed in each sample: catalase (CAT), protein sulfhydryl group (SH), total antioxidant capacity (TAC) and superoxide dismutase (SOD). Results Baseline mean levels of CAT (IU/l), SH (μmol/l), TAC (mmol/l) and SOD (NU/ml) were 19.4 versus 11.7; 18 versus 58.7; 2.02 versus 1.99; 20.5 versus 22.6 in cPCNL and tPCNL group, respectively. On day two, the levels were 89 versus 104.9; 334.7 versus 518.9; 1.87 versus 1.79; 33.7 versus 41.4, respectively. On the third day, the levels were: 67.4 versus 28.3; 206.8 versus 306.9; 2.01 versus 2.06; 38.2 versus 36.6, respectively. On the fourth day, the concentrations were 47.4 versus 18.5; 129.3 versus 208.7; 2 versus 2.06; 35 versus 45.2, respectively. Significant differences were observed only for CAT and TAC concentrations in days 3 (p = 0.04 and 0.04) and 4 (p = 0.02 and < 0.001) in favor of tPCNL. Conclusions CAT, SH and SOD significantly rise after operation. TAC represents the inversion of other parameters. CAT is significantly lower, and TAC is significantly higher in tPCNL postoperatively favoring this method.
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- Piotr Bryniarski
- Department of Urology, School of Medicine with the Division of Dentistry in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia, 3 Maja Street 13-15, 41-800, Zabrze, Poland.
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- Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine with the Division of Dentistry in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia, Jordana Street 19, 41-800, Zabrze, Poland
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- Department of Urology, School of Medicine with the Division of Dentistry in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia, 3 Maja Street 13-15, 41-800, Zabrze, Poland
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- Department of Urology, School of Medicine with the Division of Dentistry in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia, 3 Maja Street 13-15, 41-800, Zabrze, Poland
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- Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine with the Division of Dentistry in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia, Jordana Street 19, 41-800, Zabrze, Poland
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- Department of Urology, School of Medicine with the Division of Dentistry in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia, 3 Maja Street 13-15, 41-800, Zabrze, Poland
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Machoń-Grecka A, Dobrakowski M, Kasperczyk A, Birkner E, Pryzwan T, Kasperczyk S. The effect of subacute lead exposure on selected blood inflammatory biomarkers and angiogenetic factors. J Occup Health 2018; 60:369-375. [PMID: 30122729 PMCID: PMC6176028 DOI: 10.1539/joh.2017-0307-oa] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [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] [Indexed: 12/14/2022] Open
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Objectives: The aim of the study was to examine blood levels of selected pro-inflammatory cytokines, C reactive protein (CRP), and selected factors that influence angiogenesis in workers exposed to lead for a short period of time. Methods: The study population consisted of 36 male workers (mean age 41 ± 14 years) exposed to lead for 40 days. Results: The mean blood lead level (BLL) was 10.7 ± 7.67 μg/dl at the beginning of the study, and increased to 49.1 ± 14.1 μg/dl at the end of the study period. The levels of macrophage inflammatory protein 1-α (MIP-1α) were significantly higher after the studied exposure to lead compared to the baseline by 71%. Similarly, the values of CRP increased by 35%. Conversely, the values of soluble vascular endothelial growth factor receptor-1 (sVEGFR-1) and fibroblast growth factor-basic (FGF-basic) decreased by 14% and 21%, respectively. After the examined period of lead exposure, analysis of correlations showed positive correlations between vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) levels and the levels of interleukin 1β (IL-1β) (R = 0.39), interleukin 6 (IL-6) (R = 0.42), and MIP-1α (R = 0.54). Positive correlations were identified between MIP-1α and FGF-basic (R = 0.38), soluble angiopoietin receptor (sTie-2) (R = 0.41), and sVEGFR-1 (R = 0.47). Discussion: Short-term exposure to lead induces the inflammatory response; however, these mechanisms seem to be different from those observed in chronic lead exposure. Subacute exposure to lead may dysregulate angiogenesis via modifications in the levels of angiogenic factors.
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- Anna Machoń-Grecka
- Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine with the Division of Dentistry, Medical University of Silesia
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- Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine with the Division of Dentistry, Medical University of Silesia
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- Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine with the Division of Dentistry, Medical University of Silesia
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- Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine with the Division of Dentistry, Medical University of Silesia
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- Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine with the Division of Dentistry, Medical University of Silesia
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- Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine with the Division of Dentistry, Medical University of Silesia
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Machoń-Grecka A, Dobrakowski M, Kasperczyk A, Birkner E, Korzonek-Szlacheta I, Kasperczyk S. The association between occupational lead exposure and serum levels of selected soluble receptors. Toxicol Ind Health 2018; 34:555-562. [PMID: 29759036 DOI: 10.1177/0748233718773015] [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] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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The present study was designed to evaluate soluble receptors as potential targets for lead (Pb). Analyses included the serum levels of soluble Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor Receptors 2 (sVEGFR-2), soluble Epidermal Growth Factor Receptor (sEGFR), soluble Human Epidermal Growth Factor 2 (sHER-2/neu), and soluble Interleukin 6 Receptors (sIL-6R) in the groups of chronically and subchronically occupationally exposed workers. The first group consisted of 56 male workers chronically exposed to Pb. The second group (control) comprised 24 male administrative workers. The third group included 36 male workers exposed to Pb for 40 ± 3 days. Examined subjects were employed in the Pb-zinc works to perform periodic maintenance of blast furnaces and production lines. The serum levels of sHER-2/neu and sIL-6R were significantly lower in the group of workers chronically exposed to Pb compared to control values by 45% ( p < 0.05) and 44% ( p < 0.05), respectively. The values of sVEGFR-2 and sEGFR decreased after a subchronic exposure to Pb compared to baseline by 14% ( p < 0.05) and 21% ( p < 0.05), respectively. At the same time, the levels of sIL-6R also decreased by 14% ( p < 0.05). Results of the present study indicated that both chronic and subchronic occupational Pb exposures resulted in decreased levels of several soluble receptors (sVEGFR-2, sEGFR, sHER-2/neu, and sIL-6R), probably due to Pb-induced modulations of the transcription factors and metalloprotease activities, that are necessary for soluble receptor synthesis.
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- Anna Machoń-Grecka
- 1 Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine with the Division of Dentistry, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Zabrze, Poland
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- 1 Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine with the Division of Dentistry, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Zabrze, Poland
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- 1 Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine with the Division of Dentistry, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Zabrze, Poland
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- 1 Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine with the Division of Dentistry, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Zabrze, Poland
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- 2 Department of Nutrition-Related Disease Prevention, School of Public Health in Bytom, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Bytom, Poland
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- 1 Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine with the Division of Dentistry, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Zabrze, Poland
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Stołtny T, Pasek J, Leksowska-Pawliczek M, Ostałowska A, Piechota M, Ochocki K, Wąsik J, Koczy-Baron A, Wawrzynek W, Kasperczyk S, Koczy B. Importance of Computed Tomography (CT) in Talar Neck Fractures. Case Studies. Ortop Traumatol Rehabil 2018; 20:31-42. [PMID: 30152760 DOI: 10.5604/01.3001.0011.5842] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/08/2023]
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Computed tomography is a modern technique producing high quality image of scanned organs. It plays a significant role in diagnostic work-up on orthopedics wards. This paper presents an analysis of management of two cases of Hawkins type I talar neck fracture with ankle joint rotation. In both patients, the diagnosis was based on conventional radiographs of the ankle joint in two projections and was subsequently verified with CT scans. The findings of a CT scan of the talus had a significant impact on further treatment and physiotherapy. Non-surgical treatment consisting in immobilization with a short leg cast combined with medication and magnetic field therapy produced a positive therapeutic outcome. A follow-up CT scan of the talus revealed bone union with remodelling in both patients. The functional outcome according to the AOFAS scale should be regarded good. Computed tomography is the radiological modality for detecting talar neck fractures and determining the presence of displacement. Follow-up CT scans evaluate the natural process of bone healing, which is crucial for treatment decisions regarding weight-bearing status. A correct diagnosis based on CT helps to prevent the development of necrosis and posttraumatic (secondary) degenerative changes as well as advanced physical disability, especially among youn-ger patients, in whom the injury is most common, consequently helping to avoid a long and costly treatment.
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- Tomasz Stołtny
- Samodzielny Publiczny Wojewódzki Szpital Chirurgii Urazowej im. Dra Janusza Daaba w Piekarach Śląskich / District Hospital of Orthopaedics and Trauma Surgery in PiekaryŚląskie, Piekary Śląskie, Poland
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- Akademia im. Jana Długosza w Częstochowie Instytut Wychowania Fizycznego Turystyki i Fizjoterapii / Institute of Physical Education Tourism and Physiotherapy, Jan Długosz Academy in Częstochowa, Częstochowa, Poland
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- Wielospecjalistyczny Szpital Powiatowy S.A. NZOZ Szpital im. dr B. Hagera w Tarnowskich Górach / Dr B. Hager Non-Public Multispeciality District Hospital in Tarnowskie Góry, Tarnowskie Góry, Poland
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- Katedra i Zakład Biochemii Wydziału Lekarskiego z Oddziałem Dentystycznym w Zabrzu, ŚUM w Katowicach / Department of Biochemistry, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Zabrze, Poland
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- Samodzielny Publiczny Wojewódzki Szpital Chirurgii Urazowej im. Dra Janusza Daaba w Piekarach Śląskich / District Hospital of Orthopaedics and Trauma Surgery in PiekaryŚląskie, Piekary Śląskie, Poland
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- Samodzielny Publiczny Wojewódzki Szpital Chirurgii Urazowej im. Dra Janusza Daaba w Piekarach Śląskich / District Hospital of Orthopaedics and Trauma Surgery in PiekaryŚląskie, Piekary Śląskie, Poland
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- Samodzielny Publiczny Wojewódzki Szpital Chirurgii Urazowej im. Dra Janusza Daaba w Piekarach Śląskich / District Hospital of Orthopaedics and Trauma Surgery in PiekaryŚląskie, Piekary Śląskie, Poland
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- Samodzielny Publiczny Wojewódzki Szpital Chirurgii Urazowej im. Dra Janusza Daaba w Piekarach Śląskich / District Hospital of Orthopaedics and Trauma Surgery in PiekaryŚląskie, Piekary Śląskie, Poland
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- Samodzielny Publiczny Wojewódzki Szpital Chirurgii Urazowej im. Dra Janusza Daaba w Piekarach Śląskich / District Hospital of Orthopaedics and Trauma Surgery in PiekaryŚląskie, Piekary Śląskie, Poland
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- Katedra i Zakład Biochemii Wydziału Lekarskiego z Oddziałem Dentystycznym w Zabrzu, ŚUM w Katowicach / Department of Biochemistry, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Zabrze, Poland
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- Samodzielny Publiczny Wojewódzki Szpital Chirurgii Urazowej im. Dra Janusza Daaba w Piekarach Śląskich / District Hospital of Orthopaedics and Trauma Surgery in PiekaryŚląskie, Piekary Śląskie, Poland
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Czech S, Hermanson J, Rodak P, Stołtny T, Rodak Ł, Kasperczyk S, Koczy B, Mielnik M. Sports Activity Following Cementless Metaphyseal Hip Joint Arthroplasty. J Hum Kinet 2018; 60:225-232. [PMID: 29340003 PMCID: PMC5765803 DOI: 10.1515/hukin-2017-0112] [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] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022] Open
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An adequate level of physical activity has a substantial effect on both mental and physical human health. Physical activity is largely dependent on the function of the musculoskeletal and articular system. One of the most frequent diseases of this system is degenerative joint disease. Due to the changing and more demanding lifestyles and patients' willingness to be involved in sports activity, the expectations of hip joint arthroplasty are becoming increasingly high. Alleviating pain ceases to be the only reason for which patients choose surgical interventions, while the expectations often include involvement in various sports. Only few studies contain recommendations concerning the frequency, type and intensity of sports activity which are acceptable after hip joint arthroplasty. The aim of the study was to evaluate function and physical activity of people following cementless short-stem hip joint arthroplasty in the observation of at least five years. The study group comprised 106 patients who underwent total hip arthroplasty due to degenerative joint diseases, chosen according to inclusion criteria. Patients underwent routine physical examinations following the Harris Hip Score protocol, responded to the UCLA scale and questionnaires concerning pre-surgical and current physical activity. Our results demonstrated that hip joint arthroplasty in people suffering from degenerative joint diseases has a beneficial effect on their level of functioning and physical activity. Although physical activity and the level of functioning obviously reduced as a person aged, the level of physical activity continued to be very high in both groups, with function of the hip joint evaluated as very good.
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- Szymon Czech
- District Hospital of Trauma and Orthopaedics, Piekary Slaskie, Poland
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- District Hospital of Trauma and Orthopaedics, Piekary Slaskie, Poland
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- Department of Kinesitherapy and Special Methods of Physiotherapy, Academy of Physical Education, Katowice, Poland
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- District Hospital of Trauma and Orthopaedics, Piekary Slaskie, Poland
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- District Hospital of Trauma and Orthopaedics, Piekary Slaskie, Poland
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- Department of Biochemistry, Section of General Biochemistry, Medical University of Silesia, Zabrze, Poland
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- District Hospital of Trauma and Orthopaedics, Piekary Slaskie, Poland
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- District Hospital of Trauma and Orthopaedics, Piekary Slaskie, Poland
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Kasperczyk S, Dobrakowski M, Kasperczyk A, Nogaj E, Boroń M, Szlacheta Z, Birkner E. α-Tocopherol supplementation and the oxidative stress, homocysteine, and antioxidants in lead exposure. Arch Environ Occup Health 2017; 72:153-158. [PMID: 27120705 DOI: 10.1080/19338244.2016.1182112] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/05/2023]
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To investigate whether α-tocopherol supplementation in workers exposed to lead would reduce the oxidative stress intensity and decrease homocysteine level, the examined population was randomly divided into two groups. Workers in the first group (n = 49, reference group) were not administered any drugs. Workers in the second group (n = 34) were administered orally α-tocopherol, 200 mg per day for 12 weeks. The level of α-tocopherol significantly increased compared to the baseline and the reference group. The level of thiol groups significantly increased compared to the reference group. However, the levels of malondialdehyde and homocysteine did not significantly change. Animal studies suggest the ability of α-tocopherol administration to reverse adverse health effects of lead exposure, such as oxidative stress; however, the results of this study on humans do not confirm these protective effects.
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- Sławomir Kasperczyk
- a Department of Biochemistry , School of Medicine with the Division of Dentistry in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia, Katowice , Poland
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- a Department of Biochemistry , School of Medicine with the Division of Dentistry in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia, Katowice , Poland
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- a Department of Biochemistry , School of Medicine with the Division of Dentistry in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia, Katowice , Poland
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- b Higher School of Medicine , Sosnowiec , Poland
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- c Institute of Occupational Medicine and Environmental Health , Sosnowiec , Poland
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- a Department of Biochemistry , School of Medicine with the Division of Dentistry in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia, Katowice , Poland
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Machoń-Grecka A, Dobrakowski M, Boroń M, Lisowska G, Kasperczyk A, Kasperczyk S. The influence of occupational chronic lead exposure on the levels of selected pro-inflammatory cytokines and angiogenic factors. Hum Exp Toxicol 2017; 36:467-473. [PMID: 28395533 DOI: 10.1177/0960327117703688] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [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: 12/25/2022]
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The aim of the study was to determine the effect of occupational exposure to lead on the blood levels of pro-inflammatory cytokines and selected factors that influence angiogenesis. The study population was divided into two groups. The first group consisted of 56 male workers chronically exposed to lead. The second group (control) was comprised of 24 male administrative workers. The serum levels of interleukin 1β (IL-1β), interleukin 6 (IL-6), and tumor necrosis factor α (TNF-α) were significantly higher in the group of workers chronically exposed to lead compared to control values by 38%, 68%, and 57%, respectively. Similarly, the values of soluble vascular endothelial growth factor receptor-1 (sVEGFR-1) and fibroblast growth factor-basic (FGF-basic) were higher by 19% and 63%, respectively. In the group of workers chronically exposed to lead, there were positive correlations between the levels of pro-inflammatory cytokines (IL-1β, IL-6, and TNF-α) and angiogenic factors (VEGF, FGF-basic, sVEGFR-1, and soluble angiopoietin receptor). In the control group, there were no correlations between the levels of the abovementioned parameters. Results of the present study indicate that chronic occupational lead exposure promotes inflammatory processes via induction of pro-inflammatory cytokines, modulates angiogenesis, and elicits interdependencies between the immune response and angiogenic factors.
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- A Machoń-Grecka
- 1 Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine with the Division of Dentistry, Medical University of Silesia, Zabrze, Poland
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- 1 Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine with the Division of Dentistry, Medical University of Silesia, Zabrze, Poland
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- 2 Department of Physical Hazards, Work Physiology and Ergonomics, Institute of Occupational Medicine and Environmental Health, Sosnowiec, Poland
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- 3 Department of Otorhinolaryngology and Laryngological Oncology, School of Medicine with the Division of Dentistry, Medical University of Silesia, Zabrze, Poland
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- 1 Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine with the Division of Dentistry, Medical University of Silesia, Zabrze, Poland
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- 1 Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine with the Division of Dentistry, Medical University of Silesia, Zabrze, Poland
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Dobrakowski M, Kasperczyk S, Horak S, Chyra-Jach D, Birkner E, Kasperczyk A. Oxidative stress and motility impairment in the semen of fertile males. Andrologia 2017; 49. [DOI: 10.1111/and.12783] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 11/16/2016] [Indexed: 01/09/2023] Open
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- M. Dobrakowski
- Department of Biochemistry; School of Medicine; Medical University of Silesia; Zabrze Poland
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- Department of Biochemistry; School of Medicine; Medical University of Silesia; Zabrze Poland
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- I-st Chair and Clinic of Gynecology; Obstetrics and Gynecological Oncology; School of Medicine with the Division of Dentistry; Medical University of Silesia; Bytom Poland
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- Department of Biochemistry; School of Medicine; Medical University of Silesia; Zabrze Poland
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- Department of Biochemistry; School of Medicine; Medical University of Silesia; Zabrze Poland
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- Department of Biochemistry; School of Medicine; Medical University of Silesia; Zabrze Poland
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Kiełtucki J, Dobrakowski M, Pawlas N, Średniawa B, Boroń M, Kasperczyk S. The analysis of QT interval and repolarization morphology of the heart in chronic exposure to lead. Hum Exp Toxicol 2017; 36:1081-1086. [DOI: 10.1177/0960327116680277] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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There are no common recommendations regarding electrocardiographic monitoring in occupationally exposed workers. Therefore, the present study was designed to investigate whether exposure to lead results in an increase of selected electrocardiography (ECG) pathologies, such as QT interval prolongation and repolarization disorders, in occupationally exposed workers. The study group included 180 workers occupationally exposed to lead compounds. The exposed group was divided according to the median of the mean blood lead level (PbBmean) calculated based on a series of measurements performed during 5-year observation period (35 µg/dl) into two subgroups: low exposure (LE, PbBmean = 20.0–35.0 µg/dl) and high exposure (HE, PbBmean = 35.1–46.4 µg/dl). The control group consisted of 69 healthy workers without occupational exposure to lead. ECG evaluation included the analysis of heart rate (HR), QT interval and repolarization abnormalities. Mean QT interval was significantly greater in the exposed population than in the control group by 2%. In the HE group, mean QT interval was significantly greater than in the control group by 4% and significantly different from those noted in the LE group. Positive correlations between QT interval and lead exposure indices were also reported. Besides, there was a negative correlation between HR and blood lead level. Increased concentration of lead in the blood above 35 μg/dl is associated with the QT interval prolongation, which may trigger arrhythmias when combined with other abnormalities, such as long QT syndrome. Therefore, electrocardiographic evaluation should be a part of a routine monitoring of occupationally exposed populations.
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- J Kiełtucki
- Department of Internal Medicine, Independent Public Health Care Centre in Staszów, Staszów, Poland
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- Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine with the Division of Dentistry in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia, Katowice, Poland
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- Department of Pharmacology, School of Medicine with the Division of Dentistry in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia, Katowice, Poland
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- Department of Cardiology, Congenital Heart Diseases, and Electrotherapy, School of Medicine with the Division of Dentistry in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia, Katowice, Poland
- Silesian Center for Heart Diseases, Zabrze, Poland
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- Institute of Occupational Medicine and Environmental Health in Sosnowiec, Poland
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- Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine with the Division of Dentistry in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia, Katowice, Poland
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Dobrakowski M, Boroń M, Kasperczyk S, Kozłowska A, Kasperczyk A, Płachetka A, Pawlas N. The analysis of blood lead levels changeability over the 5-year observation in workers occupationally exposed to lead. Toxicol Ind Health 2016; 33:469-477. [PMID: 27807287 DOI: 10.1177/0748233716674380] [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] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/29/2023]
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The aim of the present study was to compare a group of workers with stable lead levels with a group of workers with fluctuating lead levels in terms of selected hematological, biochemical, and immunological parameters. The examined group included male workers occupationally exposed to lead. Blood lead (PbB) levels were measured every 3 months during the 5-year observation. Based on standard deviation of mean PbB levels, the examined population was divided into two groups: low level of fluctuation (L-SD) and high level of fluctuation (H-SD) groups. The mean and maximal PbB levels were significantly higher in the H-SD group than in the L-SD group by 9 and 22%, respectively. At the same time, the maximal level of zinc protoporphyrin (ZPP) and standard deviation of mean ZPP level were higher in the H-SD group by 29 and 55%, respectively. The maximal level of hemoglobin and white blood cell (WBC) count as well as standard deviation of the mean hemoglobin level and WBC count were higher in the H-SD group by 2, 8, 58, and 24%, respectively. The expression of nuclear factor kappa-B1 gene and telomerase reverse transcriptase gene was significantly greater in the H-SD group than in the L-SD group by 11 and 28%, respectively. Workers occupationally exposed to lead do not represent a homogenous population. Some present stable lead levels, whereas others have fluctuating lead levels. These fluctuations are related to secondary changes in ZPP and hemoglobin levels as well as WBC count.
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- Michał Dobrakowski
- 1 Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine with the Division of Dentistry in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia, Katowice, Poland
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- 2 Institute of Occupational Medicine and Environmental Health, Sosnowiec, Poland
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- 1 Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine with the Division of Dentistry in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia, Katowice, Poland
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- 2 Institute of Occupational Medicine and Environmental Health, Sosnowiec, Poland
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- 1 Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine with the Division of Dentistry in Zabrze, Medical University of Silesia, Katowice, Poland
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- 3 Department of Animal Physiology and Ecotoxicology, University of Silesia, Katowice, Poland
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- 2 Institute of Occupational Medicine and Environmental Health, Sosnowiec, Poland
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