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Yan K, Li J, Li Y, Zhu P, Tang X, Yuan D, Yang Y, Gao R, Yuan J, Zhao X. Inflammation modifies the platelet reactivity among thrombocytopenia patients undergoing percutaneous coronary intervention. Platelets 2024; 35:2327835. [PMID: 38655673 DOI: 10.1080/09537104.2024.2327835] [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: 11/16/2023] [Accepted: 02/28/2024] [Indexed: 04/26/2024]
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Percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) patients combined with thrombocytopenia (TP) are usually considered to be at low ischemic risk, receiving less proper antiplatelet therapy. However, recent studies reported a paradoxical phenomenon that PCI patients with TP were prone to experience thrombotic events, while the mechanisms and future treatment remain unclear. We aim to investigate whether inflammation modifies platelet reactivity among these patients. Consecutive 10 724 patients undergoing PCI in Fuwai Hospital were enrolled throughout 2013. High-sensitivity C-reactive protein (hsCRP) ≥2 mg/L was considered inflammatory status. TP was defined as platelet count <150×109/L. High on-treatment platelet reactivity (HTPR) was defined as adenosine diphosphate-induced platelet maximum amplitude of thromboelastogram >47mm. Among 6617 patients finally included, 879 (13.3%) presented with TP. Multivariate logistic regression demonstrated that patients with TP were associated with a lower risk of HTPR (odds ratio [OR] 0.64, 95% confidence interval [CI] 0.53-0.76) than those without TP in the overall cohort. In further analysis, among hsCRP <2 mg/L group, patients with TP exhibited a decreased risk of HTPR (OR 0.53, 95% CI 0.41-0.68); however, in hsCRP ≥2mg/L group, TP patients had a similar risk of HTPR as those without TP (OR 0.83, 95% CI 0.63-1.08). Additionally, these results remain consistent across subgroups, including patients presenting with acute coronary syndrome and chronic coronary syndrome. Inflammation modified the platelet reactivity of PCI patients with TP, providing new insights into the mechanisms of the increased thrombotic risk. Future management for this special population should pay more attention to inflammation status and timely adjustment of antiplatelet therapy in TP patients with inflammation.
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- Kailun Yan
- National Clinical Research Center for Cardiovascular Diseases, State Key Laboratory of Cardiovascular Disease, Fu Wai Hospital, National Center for Cardiovascular Diseases, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China
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- National Clinical Research Center for Cardiovascular Diseases, State Key Laboratory of Cardiovascular Disease, Fu Wai Hospital, National Center for Cardiovascular Diseases, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China
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- National Clinical Research Center for Cardiovascular Diseases, State Key Laboratory of Cardiovascular Disease, Fu Wai Hospital, National Center for Cardiovascular Diseases, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China
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- National Clinical Research Center for Cardiovascular Diseases, State Key Laboratory of Cardiovascular Disease, Fu Wai Hospital, National Center for Cardiovascular Diseases, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China
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- National Clinical Research Center for Cardiovascular Diseases, State Key Laboratory of Cardiovascular Disease, Fu Wai Hospital, National Center for Cardiovascular Diseases, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China
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- National Clinical Research Center for Cardiovascular Diseases, State Key Laboratory of Cardiovascular Disease, Fu Wai Hospital, National Center for Cardiovascular Diseases, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China
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- National Clinical Research Center for Cardiovascular Diseases, State Key Laboratory of Cardiovascular Disease, Fu Wai Hospital, National Center for Cardiovascular Diseases, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China
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- National Clinical Research Center for Cardiovascular Diseases, State Key Laboratory of Cardiovascular Disease, Fu Wai Hospital, National Center for Cardiovascular Diseases, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China
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- National Clinical Research Center for Cardiovascular Diseases, State Key Laboratory of Cardiovascular Disease, Fu Wai Hospital, National Center for Cardiovascular Diseases, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China
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- National Clinical Research Center for Cardiovascular Diseases, State Key Laboratory of Cardiovascular Disease, Fu Wai Hospital, National Center for Cardiovascular Diseases, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China
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Dong T, Zhu W, Yang Z, Matos Pires NM, Lin Q, Jing W, Zhao L, Wei X, Jiang Z. Advances in heart failure monitoring: Biosensors targeting molecular markers in peripheral bio-fluids. Biosens Bioelectron 2024; 255:116090. [PMID: 38569250 DOI: 10.1016/j.bios.2024.116090] [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: 10/11/2023] [Revised: 01/10/2024] [Accepted: 01/28/2024] [Indexed: 04/05/2024]
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Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs), especially chronic heart failure, threaten many patients' lives worldwide. Because of its slow course and complex causes, its clinical screening, diagnosis, and prognosis are essential challenges. Clinical biomarkers and biosensor technologies can rapidly screen and diagnose. Multiple types of biomarkers are employed for screening purposes, precise diagnosis, and treatment follow-up. This article provides an up-to-date overview of the biomarkers associated with the six main heart failure etiology pathways. Plasma natriuretic peptides (BNP and NT-proBNP) and cardiac troponins (cTnT, cTnl) are still analyzed as gold-standard markers for heart failure. Other complementary biomarkers include growth differentiation factor 15 (GDF-15), circulating Galactose Lectin 3 (Gal-3), soluble interleukin (sST2), C-reactive protein (CRP), and tumor necrosis factor-alpha (TNF-α). For these biomarkers, the electrochemical biosensors have exhibited sufficient sensitivity, detection limit, and specificity. This review systematically summarizes the latest molecular biomarkers and sensors for heart failure, which will provide comprehensive and cutting-edge authoritative scientific information for biomedical and electronic-sensing researchers in the field of heart failure, as well as patients. In addition, our proposed future outlook may provide new research ideas for researchers.
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- Tao Dong
- Chongqing Key Laboratory of Micro-Nano Systems and Intelligent Transduction, Collaborative Innovation Center on Micro-Nano Transduction and Intelligent Eco-Internet of Things, Chongqing Key Laboratory of Colleges and Universities on Micro-Nano Systems Technology and Smart Transducing, National Research Base of Intelligent Manufacturing Service, School of Mechanical Engincering, Chongqing Technology and Business University, Nan'an District, Chongqing, 400067, China; X Multidisciplinary Research Institute, Faculty of Instrumentation Science and Technology, State Key Laboratory for Manufacturing Systems Engineering, International Joint Laboratory for Micro/Nano Manufacturing and Measurement Technologies, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, 710049, China; Department of Microsystems- IMS, Faculty of Technology, Natural Sciences and Maritime Sciences, University of South-Eastern Norway-USN, P.O. Box 235, Kongsberg, 3603, Norway
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- Chongqing Key Laboratory of Micro-Nano Systems and Intelligent Transduction, Collaborative Innovation Center on Micro-Nano Transduction and Intelligent Eco-Internet of Things, Chongqing Key Laboratory of Colleges and Universities on Micro-Nano Systems Technology and Smart Transducing, National Research Base of Intelligent Manufacturing Service, School of Mechanical Engincering, Chongqing Technology and Business University, Nan'an District, Chongqing, 400067, China; X Multidisciplinary Research Institute, Faculty of Instrumentation Science and Technology, State Key Laboratory for Manufacturing Systems Engineering, International Joint Laboratory for Micro/Nano Manufacturing and Measurement Technologies, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, 710049, China
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- Chongqing Key Laboratory of Micro-Nano Systems and Intelligent Transduction, Collaborative Innovation Center on Micro-Nano Transduction and Intelligent Eco-Internet of Things, Chongqing Key Laboratory of Colleges and Universities on Micro-Nano Systems Technology and Smart Transducing, National Research Base of Intelligent Manufacturing Service, School of Mechanical Engincering, Chongqing Technology and Business University, Nan'an District, Chongqing, 400067, China
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- Chongqing Key Laboratory of Micro-Nano Systems and Intelligent Transduction, Collaborative Innovation Center on Micro-Nano Transduction and Intelligent Eco-Internet of Things, Chongqing Key Laboratory of Colleges and Universities on Micro-Nano Systems Technology and Smart Transducing, National Research Base of Intelligent Manufacturing Service, School of Mechanical Engincering, Chongqing Technology and Business University, Nan'an District, Chongqing, 400067, China
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- X Multidisciplinary Research Institute, Faculty of Instrumentation Science and Technology, State Key Laboratory for Manufacturing Systems Engineering, International Joint Laboratory for Micro/Nano Manufacturing and Measurement Technologies, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, 710049, China
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- X Multidisciplinary Research Institute, Faculty of Instrumentation Science and Technology, State Key Laboratory for Manufacturing Systems Engineering, International Joint Laboratory for Micro/Nano Manufacturing and Measurement Technologies, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, 710049, China
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- X Multidisciplinary Research Institute, Faculty of Instrumentation Science and Technology, State Key Laboratory for Manufacturing Systems Engineering, International Joint Laboratory for Micro/Nano Manufacturing and Measurement Technologies, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, 710049, China
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- X Multidisciplinary Research Institute, Faculty of Instrumentation Science and Technology, State Key Laboratory for Manufacturing Systems Engineering, International Joint Laboratory for Micro/Nano Manufacturing and Measurement Technologies, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, 710049, China
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- X Multidisciplinary Research Institute, Faculty of Instrumentation Science and Technology, State Key Laboratory for Manufacturing Systems Engineering, International Joint Laboratory for Micro/Nano Manufacturing and Measurement Technologies, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, 710049, China
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Wang C, Li S, Song Y, Yuan X, Zhu H, Yu B. Prospective association of comorbid hypertension and depressive symptoms with C-reactive protein in older adults. J Affect Disord 2024; 354:286-292. [PMID: 38484887 DOI: 10.1016/j.jad.2024.03.066] [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] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/13/2023] [Revised: 02/28/2024] [Accepted: 03/09/2024] [Indexed: 03/22/2024]
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BACKGROUND Hypertension and depressive symptoms often occur together in the older population, and each has been separately linked to elevated C-reactive protein (CRP). This study investigated the prospective association between comorbid hypertension and depressive symptoms and high-sensitivity CRP (hs-CRP) in a Chinese older population. METHODS This study used data from 4978 participants aged 50 and above, who took part in two waves (2011 and 2015) of the China Health and Retirement Longitudinal Study (CHARLS). Hypertension, depressive symptoms and hs-CRP were measured. Logistic regressions adjusted for confounding variables were used to examine the association between the baseline comorbidity of hypertension and depressive symptoms and the change in hs-CRP levels. RESULTS Hypertension and depressive symptoms did not show independent associations with an elevated level of hs-CRP. Participants with comorbid hypertension and depressive symptoms were more likely to develop a higher level of hs-CRP at follow-up (OR = 1.39, 95 % CI: 1.12-1.74) even after adjusting for covariates. Sex- and age-stratified analyses indicated that the association between the comorbidity and higher levels of hs-CRP were prone to be observed in women (OR = 1.55, 95 % CI: 1.16-2.08) and older adults (OR = 1.74, 95 % CI: 1.20-2.52). CONCLUSIONS Comorbid hypertension and depressive symptoms is related to a higher risk of elevated hs-CRP levels. This association appears to be more pronounced among women and older adults compared to their counterparts. LIMITATION Depression was self-reported by participants, which might be considered less unreliable than clinical diagnoses.
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- Chengwen Wang
- School of Education, Tianjin University, Tianjin, China; Institute of Applied Psychology, Tianjin University, Tianjin, China
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- Laboratory of Biological Psychiatry, Tianjin Anding Hospital, Mental Health Center of Tianjin Medical University, Tianjin, China
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- School of Education, Tianjin University, Tianjin, China; Institute of Applied Psychology, Tianjin University, Tianjin, China
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- School of Education, Tianjin University, Tianjin, China; Institute of Applied Psychology, Tianjin University, Tianjin, China
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- School of Sociology, Nankai University, Tianjin, China.
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- School of Education, Tianjin University, Tianjin, China; Institute of Applied Psychology, Tianjin University, Tianjin, China; Academy of Medical Engineering and Translational Medicine, Tianjin University, Tianjin, China.
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Zhang GM, Gu YY. Diagnostic value of Procalcitonin, C-reactive protein-to-lymphocyte ratio (CLR), C-reactive protein and neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio (NLR) for predicting patients with Bacteraemia in the intensive care unit. J Crit Care 2024; 81:154538. [PMID: 38354622 DOI: 10.1016/j.jcrc.2024.154538] [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: 12/08/2023] [Revised: 02/08/2024] [Accepted: 02/09/2024] [Indexed: 02/16/2024]
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BACKGROUND To explore the diagnostic value of procalcitonin (PCT), C-reactive protein-to-lymphocyte ratio (CLR), C-reactive protein (CRP) and neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio (NLR) for predicting patients with bacteremia in the intensive care unit (ICU). METHODS This case-control study included 359 patients with suspected bacteremia were divided into a bacteremia group (n = 152) and a control group (n = 207) from September 2018 to April 2023. Patient data were collected using a laboratory information system (LIS). ROC curves for PCT, CLR, CRP, and NLR in predicting patients with bacteremia. RESULTS For PCT, CLR, CRP and NLR to predict patients with bacteremia in the ICU, the AUCs were 0.991(95%CI: 0.974-0.998), 0.960(95%CI: 0.935-0.978), 0.955(95%CI: 0.928-0.974), and 0.898(95%CI:0.862-0.927), respectively; the optimal thresholds were 0.248 ng/mL, 47.52 mg/109, 48.32 mg/L, and 6.51, respectively; the sensitivities were 95.4(95%CI: 90.7-98.1), 88.2(95%CI: 81.9-92.8), 87.5(95%CI: 81.2-92.3), and 86.8(95%CI:80.4-91.8), respectively; and the specificities were 95.7(95%CI: 91.9-98.0), 90.8(95%CI: 86.0-94.4), 90.3(95%CI: 85.5-94.0), and 85.0(95%CI:79.4-89.6), respectively. The sensitivities of PCT, CLR, CRP and NLR for predicting bacteremia due to E. coli infection are as high as over 90%, the specificity of PCT is 100, and the sensitivity of NLR is 100. The sensitivity of CRP for predicting bacteremia due to non-Enterobacer infection is 100. CONCLUSIONS Compared with those in the control group, PCT, CLR, CRP and NLR were significantly greater in the bacteremia group. The PCT, CLR, CRP, and NLR can all predict the occurrence of bacteremia. The PCT had the highest sensitivity and specificity in predicting bacteremia in ICU patients.
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- Guo-Ming Zhang
- Department of Laboratory Medicine, Shuyang Hospital, The Affiliated Shuyang Hospital of Xuzhou Medical University, Shuyang 223600, Jiangsu, China; Jiangsu Key Laboratory of New Drug Research and Clinical Pharmacy, Xuzhou Medical University, Xuzhou 221004, Jiangsu, China.
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- Department of Laboratory Medicine, Shuyang Hospital, The Affiliated Shuyang Hospital of Xuzhou Medical University, Shuyang 223600, Jiangsu, China
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Sørensen NV, Hasseldam H, Johansen FF, Kristiansen U, Overgaard K, Klingenberg Iversen H, Rasmussen RS. Long-term immune cell profiling in stroke patients with or without infections. Int J Neurosci 2024; 134:197-205. [PMID: 35791087 DOI: 10.1080/00207454.2022.2098733] [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: 11/05/2021] [Accepted: 06/30/2022] [Indexed: 10/17/2022]
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PURPOSE Infections are frequent complications in acute ischemic stroke and may be caused by an altered immune response influencing brain damage. We compared long-term immune responses in stroke patients with or without infections during the recovery period by performing a long-term profiling of clinically relevant inflammatory parameters from stroke onset until day 49. MATERIALS AND METHODS Thirty-four stroke patients were retrospectively included and divided into two groups depending on infection status. Group 1 had no infections (N = 17) and group 2 had post-admission infection (N = 17). The patients were evaluated carefully for infections and evolution of the peripheral inflammatory response. Neutrophils, monocytes, lymphocytes, total leukocytes and C-reactive protein were evaluated in relation to the occurrence and development of infections. In both patient groups, an acute boost in neutrophils and monocytes were observed whereas the opposite was true for lymphocytes. RESULTS In Group 1, neutrophils and monocytes approached normal levels after 20-30 days, but remained elevated in Group 2. We found an increase in neutrophils (p = 0.01) and leukocytes (p < 0.01) as well as C-reactive protein (p < 0.01) among infected patients. Lymphocytes remained depressed in Group 2, while Group 1 slowly approached baseline levels. In both groups, CRP levels initially increased with a slow return to baseline levels. From day 0 to 49 after stroke, uninfected patients generally experienced a decline in leukocytes, neutrophils and monocytes (all p < 0.05), while no similar changes happened among infected patients. CONCLUSIONS Our study provides an overview of general immune cell kinetics after stroke related to infection status. Immune cell numbers were severely disturbed for weeks after the insult, independent of infection status, although infected patients achieved the highest cell counts of neutrophils, leukocytes and for C-reactive protein. The sustained depression of lymphocytes, especially and paradoxically among infected patients, warrants future studies into the mechanisms behind this, with potential for future therapies aimed at restoring normal immunity and thereby improving patient outcome.
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- Biotech Research and Innovation Center, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Department of Drug Design and Pharmacology, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Department of Neurology, University Hospital of Copenhagen, Herlev, Denmark
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Kwon AJ, Morales L, Chatagnier L, Quigley J, Pascua J, Pinkowski N, Brasser SM, Hong MY. Effects of moderate ethanol exposure on risk factors for cardiovascular disease and colorectal cancer in adult Wistar rats. Alcohol 2024; 117:55-63. [PMID: 38531501 DOI: 10.1016/j.alcohol.2024.03.010] [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: 12/11/2023] [Revised: 03/14/2024] [Accepted: 03/21/2024] [Indexed: 03/28/2024]
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While past studies have provided evidence linking excessive alcohol consumption to increased risk for cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) and colorectal cancer (CRC), existing data on the effects of moderate alcohol use on these conditions have produced mixed results. The purpose of this study was to investigate the effects of moderate alcohol consumption on risk factors associated with the development of CVDs and CRC in adult rats. Twenty-four, 14-month-old, non-deprived male Wistar rats were randomly assigned to either an ethanol group, which consisted of voluntary access to a 20% (v/v) ethanol solution on alternate days, or a water control group (n = 12/group) for 13 weeks. Blood samples were collected to analyze levels of albumin, glucose, adiponectin, lipids, oxidized low-density lipoprotein cholesterol, high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C), apolipoprotein A1 (apoA1), C-reactive protein (CRP), high-mobility group box 1 protein (HMGB-1), tumor necrosis factor-alpha (TNF-α), thyroxine, thyroid-stimulating hormone, 8-oxo-2'-deoxyguanosine (8-oxo-dG), liver function enzymes, and antioxidant capacity. Colonic gene expression related to colon carcinogenesis was also assessed. Ethanol-treated rats were found to have significantly higher HDL-C and apoA1 levels compared to controls. Moderate alcohol consumption led to significantly lower CRP levels and a trend for decrease in HMGB-1, TNF-α, and 8-oxo-dG levels. In the ethanol-exposed group, colonic gene expression of superoxide dismutase was upregulated while aldehyde dehydrogenase 2 showed a trend for increase compared to the control group. These results indicate that adopting a moderate approach to alcohol consumption could potentially improve health biomarkers related to CVD and CRC by increasing HDL-C levels and antioxidant activity and reducing DNA damage and inflammatory activity.
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- Anna J Kwon
- School of Exercise and Nutritional Sciences, San Diego State University, San Diego, CA, 92182, USA.
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- School of Exercise and Nutritional Sciences, San Diego State University, San Diego, CA, 92182, USA.
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- School of Exercise and Nutritional Sciences, San Diego State University, San Diego, CA, 92182, USA.
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- Department of Psychology, San Diego State University, San Diego, CA, 92182, USA.
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- Department of Psychology, San Diego State University, San Diego, CA, 92182, USA.
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- Department of Psychology, San Diego State University, San Diego, CA, 92182, USA.
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- Department of Psychology, San Diego State University, San Diego, CA, 92182, USA.
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- School of Exercise and Nutritional Sciences, San Diego State University, San Diego, CA, 92182, USA.
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Zhu JY, Sun XR, Liu MY, Sun C. Association between dietary inflammation index and inflammatory bowel disease in adults: Results from National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey 2009-2010. Clin Exp Pharmacol Physiol 2024; 51:e13859. [PMID: 38643975 DOI: 10.1111/1440-1681.13859] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/23/2024] [Revised: 03/13/2024] [Accepted: 03/18/2024] [Indexed: 04/23/2024]
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Previous study has demonstrated that the Dietary Inflammation Index (DII) played a role in the risk of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), however, the prevalence and risk factors for IBD are distinct across locations and groups, and therefore, the findings are debatable and warrant further investigation. A total of 4363 participants were calculated in the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) 2009 to 2010, of whom 1.21% self-reported a history of IBD. DII values were performed as a good predictor of dietary inflammation based on data from two 24-h dietary reviews in the NHANES database. Comparing the multifarious effects along with variations of the whole population by grouping populations according to DII quartiles, dietary inflammation levels increased progressively from DII quartile 1(Q1) to quartile 4(Q4). The association between DII and IBD was tested with multi-variable logistic regression models, subgroup analyses and weighted generalized additive models. Participants in the Q4 group showed the highest levels of C-reactive protein and reduced haemoglobin and albumin levels. Logistic regression confirmed the odds ratios (95% confidence intervals) of IBD for DII were 0.99 (0.86, 1.15), 0.97 (0.84, 1.13) and 0.80 (0.66, 0.98) in models 1, 2 and 3, respectively. The negative correlation between DII and IBD among United States adults from the NHANES database became increasingly apparent as covariates were adjusted. Subgroup analyses and smoothed curve fitting confirmed the inverse results. The study revealed that DII was correlated with the overall physical well-being of participants. However, there was no significant association between DII and IBD.
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- Jing-Yi Zhu
- Department of Gastroenterology, First Affiliated Hospital of Naval Medical University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, First Affiliated Hospital of Naval Medical University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Navy No. 905 Hospital, Naval Medical University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, First Affiliated Hospital of Naval Medical University, Shanghai, China
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Liao HT, Chen CH. Bruton's Tyrosine Kinase in Ankylosing Spondylitis. Spine (Phila Pa 1976) 2024; 49:677-681. [PMID: 37706515 DOI: 10.1097/brs.0000000000004817] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/21/2023] [Accepted: 08/25/2023] [Indexed: 09/15/2023]
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STUDY DESIGN Prospective case-control study. OBJECTIVE To explore the role of Bruton's tyrosine kinase (BTK) in ankylosing spondylitis (AS). SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA AS substantially affects patients, impairing the range of motion in the whole spine and peripheral joints, as well as overall quality of life. However, surveillance for this condition is limited, and biomarkers that can predict disease activity are not well documented. PATIENTS AND METHODS The expression of the BTK gene in peripheral blood mononuclear cells (PBMCs) was measured using flow cytometry and real-time quantitative polymerase chain reaction in 36 patients with AS and 30 healthy controls. Demographic features, Ankylosing Spondylitis Disease Activity Score-C-reactive protein (CRP) based, Bath Ankylosing Spondylitis Disease Activity Index, Bath Ankylosing Spondylitis Functional Index, HLA-B27, erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR), and CRP were evaluated to identify factors associated with BTK expression. Analyses were performed using the Spearman rank correlation test for continuous data, the χ 2 test for categorical data, and that between continuous and dichotomous variables was measured using a point-biserial correlation test. The area under the curve of the receiver operating characteristic curve was used to assess the performance of each candidate biomarker. RESULTS BTK gene expression was significantly higher in patients with AS than in controls ( P = 0.026) according to quantitative polymerase chain reaction results. BTK Y223 was also high in CD19 + PBMCs from patients with AS, with CD 19+ BTK Y223+high cells being significantly positively correlated to ESR, CRP, and Ankylosing Spondylitis Disease Activity Score. A negative association was observed between BTK expression and the chest expansion distance. The area under the curve for CD 19+ BTK Y223+ was larger than that for ESR, but CRP still had the largest area. CONCLUSIONS BTK expression was higher in PBMCs from patients with AS when compared with controls, and was associated with a higher disease activity index, inflammatory reactants, and arthritis and extra-articular manifestations. These findings suggest that BTK expression may play a crucial role in the inflammatory process in individuals with AS.
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- Hsien-Tzung Liao
- Department of Medicine, Division of Allergy, Immunology and Rheumatology, Taipei Veterans General Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan
- Faculty of Medicine, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University, Taipei, Taiwan
- Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Allergy, Immunology and Rheumatology, School of Medicine, College of Medicine, Taipei Medical University, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Department of Medicine, Division of Allergy, Immunology and Rheumatology, Taipei Tzu Chi Hospital, New Taipei City, Taiwan
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Yu L, Zhu Y, Geng L, Xu Y, Zhao M. Effect of different nutrients on blood glucose, inflammatory response and oxidative stress in gestational diabetes mellitus: a network meta-analysis. Br J Nutr 2024; 131:1513-1527. [PMID: 38192249 DOI: 10.1017/s0007114523003069] [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] [Indexed: 01/10/2024]
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We searched PubMed, Web of Science, Embase, The Cochrane Library, China Biomedical Literature Database and other databases from inception to June 2023. The included studies were randomised controlled trials (RCT). The studies were screened by four authors, divided into two independent pairs. A total of eighteen studies were included, including 1362 patients, involving twelve intervention measures. The different nutrients had a significant effect on improving blood glucose, reducing inflammation levels and reducing oxidative stress compared with placebo (P < 0.05). Cumulative probability ranking showed that vitamin A + vitamin D + vitamin E ranked first in lowering fasting blood glucose (standardised mean difference (SMD) = 41.30, 95 % CI (2.07, 825.60)) and postprandial 2-h blood glucose (SMD = 15.19, 95 % CI (4.16, 55.53)). In terms of insulin resistance index, the first highest probability ranking is vitamin D (SMD = 5.12, 95 % CI (0.76, 34.54)). In terms of reducing the high-sensitivity C-reactive protein level, the first in probability ranking is VE (SMD = 2.58, 95 % CI (1.87,3.55)). The results of cumulative probability ranking showed that Mg + Zn + Ca + VD ranked first in reducing TNF-α (SMD = 1.90, 95% CI (0.40, 9.08)) and IL-6 (SMD = 1.83, 95 % CI (0.37, 9.12)). In terms of reducing malondialdehyde levels, the first ranked probability is VB1 (SMD = 4.99, 95 % CI (1.85, 13.46)). Cumulative probability ranking results showed that Ca + VD ranked first in reducing total antioxidant capacity (SMD = 0.66,95 % CI (0.38, 1.15)) and glutathione (SMD = 1.39, 95 % CI (0.43, 4.56)). In conclusion, nutritional interventions have significant effects on improving blood glucose, inflammatory levels and oxidative stress in patients with gestational diabetes. Due to the high uncertainty in the results and differences in the number and quality of studies included, the reliability of the conclusions still needs to be validated by conducting large-sample, high-quality RCT studies.
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- Lingling Yu
- School of Nursing, Anhui Medical University, Hefei, Anhui, China
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- School of Nursing, Anhui Medical University, Hefei, Anhui, China
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- School of Nursing, Anhui Medical University, Hefei, Anhui, China
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- School of Nursing, Anhui Medical University, Hefei, Anhui, China
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- School of Nursing, Anhui Medical University, Hefei, Anhui, China
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Zehir R, Yılmaz AS, Çırakoğlu ÖF, Kahraman F, Duman H. Modified Glasgow Prognostic Score Predicted High-Grade Intracoronary Thrombus in Acute Anterior Myocardial Infarction. Angiology 2024; 75:454-461. [PMID: 36799537 DOI: 10.1177/00033197231157929] [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] [Indexed: 02/18/2023]
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High-grade intracoronary thrombus (ICT) burden leads to greater myocardial injury following anterior myocardial infarction (MI). The modified Glasgow prohgnostic score (mGPS) is a novel immune-inflammatory index, calculated by using C-reactive protein (CRP) and albumin levels, was shown to have prognostic value in heart diseases. The present study investigated the role of mGPS in predicting high grade ICT in patients with acute anterior MI admitted between February 2017 and March 2020. Blood samples were obtained at admission and mGPS was calculated. The ICT burden was evaluated visually from angiographic images. Patients were divided into 2 groups according to the ICT burden as high and low. A total of 1132 patients were enrolled: a mean age 61 ± 12.4 years and 370 males (32.7%). Serum albumin was lower, whereas mGPS and CRP were higher in high grade ICT group. CRP (odds ratio (OR): 1.404 95% CI: 1.312-1.502; P < .001), albumin (OR: .486; 95% CI: .301-.782 P < .001), and mGPS (0 vs ≥ 1) (OR: 7.391; 95% CI: 3.910-13.972; P < .001) were independent predictors of high-grade ICT burden in the left anterior descending coronary artery. The mGPS is a novel predictor of high-grade ICT burden and may be useful for risk stratification in patients with acute anterior MI.
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- Regayip Zehir
- Department of Cardiology, University of Medical Sciences, İstanbul, Turkey
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- Department of Cardiology, Ahi Evren Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery Training and Research Hospital, Trabzon, Turkey
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- Department of Cardiology, Evliya Çelebi Training and Research Hospital, Kütahya, Turkey
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- Department of Cardiology, Recep Tayyip Erdogan University, Rize, Turkey
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Heard JC, Smith GH, Tolman A, Karumuri JS, Osman HG, Jeyarajah RD. No Drain, No Problem: Serum-Based Marker Prediction of Clinically Relevant Postoperative Pancreatic Fistula. Am Surg 2024; 90:1074-1081. [PMID: 38149405 DOI: 10.1177/00031348231204917] [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] [Indexed: 12/28/2023]
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BACKGROUND Postoperative day (POD) 1 drain amylase concentration (DAC) is considered the most accurate predictor for the development of a clinically relevant postoperative pancreatic fistula (CR-POPF) after pancreaticoduodenectomy (PD). Recent studies have associated drain placement with negative postoperative outcomes. This study aims to evaluate multiple biochemical markers and their associations with CR-POPF development in order to identify a reliable, non-drain dependent alternative to DAC. METHODS This is a review of 53 consecutive PD patients between 2021 and 2022. Albumin, C-reactive protein (CRP), C-reactive protein-to-albumin ratio (CAR), DAC, white blood cell count, and procalcitonin values were compared by CR-POPF status. The discriminatory abilities of CAR, CRP, and DAC for CR-POPF were compared using receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curves. RESULTS Six of 51 included patients developed a CR-POPF. Receiver operating characteristic curve analysis produced an area under the curve of .977 for POD 1 DAC (cut-off 5131.0 IU/L, sensitivity 100%, specificity 95.5%), .858 for POD 1 CRP (cut-off 52.5 mg/L, sensitivity 100%, specificity 72.7%), and 1.000 for POD 3 CAR (cut-off 99.2, sensitivity and specificity 100%). POD 3 CAR produced a positive and negative predictive value of 100%. CONCLUSION The CAR and CRP provide early and accurate identification of patients with post-PD CR-POPFs. These markers offer a method of safe CR-POPF detection, when the gold standard DAC is unavailable, ultimately allowing for early intervention and patient rescue.
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- Jessica C Heard
- Department of Hepatobiliary Surgery, Methodist Richardson Medical Center, Richardson, TX, USA
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- Burnett School of Medicine at TCU, Fort Worth, TX, USA
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- Burnett School of Medicine at TCU, Fort Worth, TX, USA
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- Department of Hepatobiliary Surgery, Methodist Richardson Medical Center, Richardson, TX, USA
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- Department of Hepatobiliary Surgery, Methodist Richardson Medical Center, Richardson, TX, USA
- Burnett School of Medicine at TCU, Fort Worth, TX, USA
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- Department of Hepatobiliary Surgery, Methodist Richardson Medical Center, Richardson, TX, USA
- Burnett School of Medicine at TCU, Fort Worth, TX, USA
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Kickova T, Skopkova M, Dobiasova Z, Lackova G, Belicova Z, Schenkova K, Stanik J, Gasperikova D. An alternative approach using hs-CRP levels and age of onset in diagnostics of HNF1A-MODY. Diabet Med 2024; 41:e15265. [PMID: 38093550 DOI: 10.1111/dme.15265] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/17/2023] [Revised: 11/22/2023] [Accepted: 11/27/2023] [Indexed: 04/17/2024]
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AIMS The aim is to identify people with HNF1A-MODY among individuals in diabetic cohort solely based on low hs-CRP serum level and early diabetes onset. METHODS In 3537 participants, we analyzed the hs-CRP levels. We analyzed the HNF1A gene in 50 participants (1.4% of the cohort) with type 1 or type 2 diabetes who had hs-CRP ≤0.25 mg/L and were diagnosed with diabetes mellitus (DM) at the age of 8-40 years. We functionally characterized two identified missense variants. RESULTS Three participants had a rare variant in the HNF1A gene, two of which we classified as likely pathogenic: c.1369_1384dup (p.Val462Aspfs*92) and c.737T>G (p.Val246Gly), and one as likely benign: c.1573A>T (p.Thr525Ser). Our functional studies revealed that p.Val246Gly decreased HNF1α transactivation activity to ~59% and the DNA binding ability to ~16% of the wild-type, while p.Thr525Ser variant showed no effect on transactivation activity, DNA binding, nor nuclear localization. Based on the two identified HNF1A-MODY patients among 3537 people with diabetes, we estimate 0.057% as the minimal HNF1A-MODY prevalence in Slovakia. A positive predictive value of hs-CRP ≤0.25 mg/L for finding HNF1A-MODY individuals was 4.0% (95% CI 0.7%, 13.5%). CONCLUSIONS Hs-CRP value and age of DM onset could be an alternative approach to current diagnostic criteria with a potential to increase the diagnostic rate of HNF1A-MODY.
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- Terezia Kickova
- Diabgene Laboratory, Institute of Experimental Endocrinology, Biomedical Research Center SAS, Bratislava, Slovakia
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- Diabgene Laboratory, Institute of Experimental Endocrinology, Biomedical Research Center SAS, Bratislava, Slovakia
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- Diabgene Laboratory, Institute of Experimental Endocrinology, Biomedical Research Center SAS, Bratislava, Slovakia
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- Outpatient Clinic of Diabetology, Metabolic Disorders and Nutrition, Policlinic SANAT, Levice, Slovakia
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- Department of Clinical Biochemistry, MEDIREX, Bratislava, Slovakia
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- Diabgene Laboratory, Institute of Experimental Endocrinology, Biomedical Research Center SAS, Bratislava, Slovakia
- Department of Pediatrics, Medical Faculty of the Comenius University and National Institute of Children's Diseases, Bratislava, Slovakia
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- Diabgene Laboratory, Institute of Experimental Endocrinology, Biomedical Research Center SAS, Bratislava, Slovakia
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Gloger EM, Segerstrom SC. Repetitive thought, cognition, and systemic inflammation in the midlife in the United States study. Psychol Health 2024; 39:651-669. [PMID: 35758133 PMCID: PMC10026601 DOI: 10.1080/08870446.2022.2092104] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/22/2021] [Revised: 04/28/2022] [Accepted: 06/15/2022] [Indexed: 10/17/2022]
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OBJECTIVE Poor cognition increases risk for negative health outcomes, and this may be explained by associations with systemic inflammation. Previously, amount of repetitive thought (Total RT) interacted with IQ to predict interleukin-6 (IL-6) in older adults. This study continued the investigation of repetitive thought (RT) as an element involved in the effect of cognition on inflammation. DESIGN Participants (N = 164) came from the Midlife in the United States Refresher project (Mage = 45.33, SD = 11.51, ranges = 25-74; 48.2% female; 85% Caucasian). Cognition was assessed via telephone, inflammatory biomarkers (IL-6, C-reactive protein (CRP), and tumour-necrosis factor-alpha (TNF- α)) analysed after blood draw, and RT derived from daily diary data. RESULTS Cognition significantly interacted with RT valence (p = .009) to explain CRP after covariate adjustment. Better cognition and more negative RT valence was associated with lower CRP (β = -0.190 [-.387, .008]). Worse cognition and more negative RT valence was associated with higher CRP (β = 0.133 [-.031, .297]). No significant effects were found for IL-6 or TNF-α. CONCLUSION RT may interact with cognition to affect different inflammatory biomarkers. Those with worse cognition may benefit more from skills related to regulating thought than those with better cognition.
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- Elana M Gloger
- Department of Psychology, University of Kentucky, Lexington, KY, USA
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Suneson K, Söderberg Veibäck G, Lindahl J, Tjernberg J, Ståhl D, Ventorp S, Ängeby F, Lundblad K, Wolkowitz OM, Lindqvist D. Omega-3 fatty acids for inflamed depression - A match/mismatch study. Brain Behav Immun 2024; 118:192-201. [PMID: 38432599 DOI: 10.1016/j.bbi.2024.02.029] [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] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/30/2023] [Revised: 01/31/2024] [Accepted: 02/27/2024] [Indexed: 03/05/2024] Open
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Despite decades of research on the pathophysiology of depression, the development of new therapeutic interventions has been slow, and no biomarkers of treatment response have been clinically implemented. Several lines of evidence suggest that the clinical and biological heterogeneity among patients with major depressive disorder (MDD) has hampered progress in this field. MDD with low-grade inflammation - "inflamed depression" - is a subtype of depression that may be associated with a superior antidepressant treatment response to anti-inflammatory compounds. Omega-3 fatty acid eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) has anti-inflammatory properties, and preliminary data suggest that it may be particularly efficacious in inflamed depression. In this study we tested the hypothesis that add-on EPA has greater antidepressant efficacy in MDD patients with high baseline high-sensitivity C-reactive protein (hs-CRP) compared to MDD patients with low hs-CRP. All subjects received 2.2 g EPA, 400 mg docosahexaenoic acid and 800 mg of other fatty acids daily for 8 weeks, added to stable ongoing antidepressant treatment. The primary outcome was change in the 17-item Hamilton Depression Rating Scale (HAMD-17). Patients and raters were blind to baseline hs-CRP status. In an intention-to-treat analysis including all subjects with at least one post baseline visit (n = 101), ahs-CRPcut-off of ≥1 mg/L, but not ≥3 mg/L, was associated with a greater improvement in HAMD-17 total score. In addition to a general antidepressant effect among patients with hs-CRP ≥ 1 mg/L, adjuvant EPA treatment improved symptoms putatively related to inflamed depression such as fatigue and sleep difficulties. This adds to the mounting evidence that delineation of MDD subgroups based on inflammation may be clinically relevant to predict treatment response to anti-inflammatory interventions.
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- Klara Suneson
- Unit for Biological and Precision Psychiatry, Department of Clinical Sciences Lund, Lund University; Department of Adult Psychiatry, Office for Psychiatry, Habilitation and Technical Aids, Malmö, Sweden
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- Unit for Biological and Precision Psychiatry, Department of Clinical Sciences Lund, Lund University; Department of Gastroenterology and Nutrition, Department of Clinical Sciences, Skåne University Hospital, Malmö, Sweden
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- Unit for Biological and Precision Psychiatry, Department of Clinical Sciences Lund, Lund University; Department of Adult Psychiatry, Office for Psychiatry, Habilitation and Technical Aids, Lund, Sweden
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- Unit for Biological and Precision Psychiatry, Department of Clinical Sciences Lund, Lund University; Psychiatry Research Skåne, Office for Psychiatry, Habilitation and Technical Aids, Lund, Sweden
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- Unit for Biological and Precision Psychiatry, Department of Clinical Sciences Lund, Lund University
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- Unit for Biological and Precision Psychiatry, Department of Clinical Sciences Lund, Lund University
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- Unit for Biological and Precision Psychiatry, Department of Clinical Sciences Lund, Lund University; Department of Adult Psychiatry, Office for Psychiatry, Habilitation and Technical Aids, Lund, Sweden
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- Department of Adult Psychiatry, Office for Psychiatry, Habilitation and Technical Aids, Lund, Sweden; Office for Psychiatry, Norra Stockholm Psykiatri, Region Stockholm, Sweden
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- Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences and Weill Institute for Neurosciences, University of California, San Francisco, CA, USA
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- Unit for Biological and Precision Psychiatry, Department of Clinical Sciences Lund, Lund University; Psychiatry Research Skåne, Office for Psychiatry, Habilitation and Technical Aids, Lund, Sweden.
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Pattou M, Fuks D, Guilbaud T, Le Floch B, Lelièvre O, Tribillon E, Jeddou H, Marchese U, Birnbaum DJ, Soubrane O, Sulpice L, Tzedakis S. Predictive value of C-reactive protein for postoperative liver-specific surgical site infections. Surgery 2024; 175:1337-1345. [PMID: 38413303 DOI: 10.1016/j.surg.2024.01.030] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/28/2023] [Revised: 01/07/2024] [Accepted: 01/21/2024] [Indexed: 02/29/2024]
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BACKGROUND C-reactive protein is a useful biological tool to predict infectious complications, but its predictive value in detecting organ-specific surgical site infection after liver resection has never been studied. We aimed to evaluate the predictive value of c-reactive protein and determine the cut-off values to detect postoperative liver resection-surgical site infection. METHODS A multicentric analysis of consecutive patients with liver resection between 2018 and 2021 was performed. The predictive value of postoperative day 1, postoperative day 3, and postoperative day 5 C-reactive protein levels was evaluated using the area under the receiver operating characteristic curve. Cut-off values were determined using the Youden index in a 500-fold bootstrap resampling of 500 patients treated at 3 centers, who comprised the development cohort and were tested in an external independent validation cohort of 166 patients at a fourth center. RESULTS Among the 500 patients who underwent liver resection of the development cohort, liver resection-surgical site infection occurred in 66 patients (13.2%), and the median time to diagnosis was 6.0 days (interquartile range, 4.0-9.0) days. Median C-reactive protein levels were significantly higher on postoperative day 1, postoperative day 3, and postoperative day 5 in the liver resection-surgical site infection group compared with the non-surgical site infection group (50.5 vs 34.5 ng/mL, 148.0 vs 72.5 ng/mL, and 128.4 vs 35.2 ng/mL, respectively; P < .001). Postoperative day 3 and postoperative day 5 C-reactive protein-level area under the curve values were 0.76 (95% confidence interval, 0.64-0.88, P < .001) and 0.82 (95% confidence interval, 0.72-0.92, P < .001), respectively. Postoperative day 3 and postoperative day 5 optimal cut-off values of 100 mg/L and 87.0 mg/L could be used to rule out liver resection-surgical site infection, with a negative predictive value of 87.0% (interquartile range, 70.2-93.8) and 76.0% (interquartile range, 65.0-88.0), respectively, in the validation cohort. CONCLUSION Postoperative day 3 and postoperative day 5 C-reactive protein levels may be valuable predictive tools for liver resection-surgical site infection and aid in hospital discharge decision-making in the absence of other liver-related complications.
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- Maxime Pattou
- Department of Digestive, Hepato-biliary and Endocrine Surgery, Cochin Hospital, Assistance Publique-Hôpitaux de Paris, France; Université Paris Cité, Faculté de Médecine, France
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- Department of Digestive, Hepato-biliary and Endocrine Surgery, Cochin Hospital, Assistance Publique-Hôpitaux de Paris, France; Université Paris Cité, Faculté de Médecine, France
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- Department of Digestive and Visceral Surgery, North Hospital, Assistance Publique-Hopitaux de Marseille, France
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- Department of Digestive, Hepatobiliary Surgery and Liver Transplantation, Pontchaillou Hospital, CHU Rennes, France
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- Department of Digestive, Hepato-biliary and Endocrine Surgery, Cochin Hospital, Assistance Publique-Hôpitaux de Paris, France; Université Paris Cité, Faculté de Médecine, France
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- Department of Digestive Surgery, Institut Mutualiste Montsouris, Paris, France
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- Department of Digestive, Hepatobiliary Surgery and Liver Transplantation, Pontchaillou Hospital, CHU Rennes, France
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- Department of Digestive, Hepato-biliary and Endocrine Surgery, Cochin Hospital, Assistance Publique-Hôpitaux de Paris, France; Université Paris Cité, Faculté de Médecine, France
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- Department of Digestive and Visceral Surgery, North Hospital, Assistance Publique-Hopitaux de Marseille, France
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- Department of Digestive Surgery, Institut Mutualiste Montsouris, Paris, France
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- Department of Digestive, Hepatobiliary Surgery and Liver Transplantation, Pontchaillou Hospital, CHU Rennes, France
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- Department of Digestive, Hepato-biliary and Endocrine Surgery, Cochin Hospital, Assistance Publique-Hôpitaux de Paris, France; Université Paris Cité, Faculté de Médecine, France.
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Nascimento C, Villela Nunes P, Paraizo Leite RE, Grinberg LT, Suemoto CK, Lafer B. The relationship of neuropsychiatric symptoms with inflammatory markers in the hippocampus and cingulate cortex of bipolar disorder subjects: A post-mortem study. J Psychiatr Res 2024; 173:25-33. [PMID: 38479345 PMCID: PMC11037553 DOI: 10.1016/j.jpsychires.2024.03.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/16/2023] [Revised: 01/24/2024] [Accepted: 03/01/2024] [Indexed: 04/17/2024]
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Increased levels of inflammation markers have been found in the peripheral tissue of individuals with bipolar disorder (BD), especially during mood episodes. Previous studies found distinctive inflammatory profiles across different brain regions, but potential associations with clinical symptoms are still lacking. This study aims to evaluate the association of neuropsychiatric symptoms with inflammatory markers in the hippocampus and cingulate of individuals with BD. Levels of IL-1β, IL-6, IL-17A, cortisol, and C-reactive protein (CRP) were measured in the hippocampus and anterior cingulate of 14 BD individuals and their non-psychiatric controls. Neuropsychiatric symptoms present in the three months before death were assessed using the Neuropsychiatric Inventory (NPI). In the BD group, greater NPI scores were associated with higher IL-6 in the hippocampus (p = 0.011) and cingulate (p = 0.038) and higher IL-1β (p = 0.039) in the hippocampus. After adjusting for age, sex and CDR, IL-1β and IL-6 were still associated with higher NPI in the hippocampus. In correlation analysis considering both BD and their controls, moderate positive associations were found between NPI and IL-6 and cortisol in the hippocampus (p < 0.001 and p = 0.006) and cingulate (p = 0.024 and p = 0.016), IL-1β (p < 0.001) and IL-17A in the hippocampus (p = 0.002). No difference in inflammatory markers was found according to type of psychotropic medication used. Hence, in individuals with BD, neuropsychiatric symptoms were differently associated with specific inflammatory cytokines and CRP in the hippocampus and cingulate. These results suggest that the neuroinflammatory changes occurring in BD may be more complex than previously expected and could be associated with clinical manifestations.
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- Camila Nascimento
- Bipolar Disorder Program (PROMAN), Department of Psychiatry, University of Sao Paulo Medical School, Sao Paulo, SP, Brazil; Federal University of Sao Paulo - School of Medicine, Department of Biochemistry, Discipline of Molecular Biology, Sao Paulo, SP, Brazil.
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- Bipolar Disorder Program (PROMAN), Department of Psychiatry, University of Sao Paulo Medical School, Sao Paulo, SP, Brazil; Memory and Aging Center University of California, Department of Neurology, San Francisco, USA
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- Biobank for Aging Studies, LIM-22, Department of Pathology, University of São Paulo Medical School, Sao Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Biobank for Aging Studies, LIM-22, Department of Pathology, University of São Paulo Medical School, Sao Paulo, SP, Brazil; Memory and Aging Center University of California, Department of Neurology, San Francisco, USA
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- Biobank for Aging Studies, LIM-22, Department of Pathology, University of São Paulo Medical School, Sao Paulo, SP, Brazil
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- Bipolar Disorder Program (PROMAN), Department of Psychiatry, University of Sao Paulo Medical School, Sao Paulo, SP, Brazil
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Jia WL, Jiang YY, Jiang Y, Meng X, Li H, Zhao XQ, Wang YL, Wang YJ, Gu HQ, Li ZX. Associations between admission levels of multiple biomarkers and subsequent worse outcomes in acute ischemic stroke patients. J Cereb Blood Flow Metab 2024; 44:742-756. [PMID: 37975323 DOI: 10.1177/0271678x231214831] [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] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/19/2023]
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The modified Rankin Scale change score (ΔmRS) is useful for evaluating acute poststroke functional improvement or deterioration. We investigated the relationship between multiple biomarkers and ΔmRS by analyzing data on 6931 patients with acute ischemic stroke (average age 62.3 ± 11.3 years, 2174 (31.4%) female) enrolled from the Third China National Stroke Registry (CNSR-III) and 15 available biomarkers. Worse outcomes at 3 months were defined as ΔmRS3m-discharge ≥1 (ΔmRS3m-discharge = mRS3m-mRSdischarge). Adjusted odds ratios (aORs) and their 95% confidence intervals (CIs) were calculated from logistic regression models. At 3-months poststroke, 1026 (14.8%) patients experienced worse outcomes. The highest quartiles of white blood cells (WBCs) (aOR [95%CI],1.37 [1.12-1.66]), high-sensitivity C-reactive protein (hs-CRP) (1.37 [1.12-1.67]), interleukin-6 (IL-6) (1.43 [1.16-1.76]), interleukin-1 receptor antagonist (IL-1Ra) (1.46 [1.20-1.78]) and YKL-40 (1.31 [1.06-1.63]) were associated with an increased risk of worse outcomes at 3 months. Results remained stable except for YKL-40 when simultaneously adding multiple biomarkers to the basic traditional-risk-factor model. Similar results were observed at 6 and 12 months after stroke. This study indicated that WBCs, hs-CRP, IL-6, IL-1Ra, and YKL-40 were significantly associated with worse outcomes in acute ischemic stroke patients, and all inflammatory biomarkers except YKL-40 were independent predictors of worse outcomes at 3 months.
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- Wei-Li Jia
- Department of Neurology, Beijing Tiantan Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
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- Department of Neurology, Beijing Tiantan Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
- China National Clinical Research Center for Neurological Diseases, Beijing Tiantan Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
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- China National Clinical Research Center for Neurological Diseases, Beijing Tiantan Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
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- Department of Neurology, Beijing Tiantan Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
- China National Clinical Research Center for Neurological Diseases, Beijing Tiantan Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
- Advanced Innovation Center for Human Brain Protection, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
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- Department of Neurology, Beijing Tiantan Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
- China National Clinical Research Center for Neurological Diseases, Beijing Tiantan Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
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- Department of Neurology, Beijing Tiantan Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
- China National Clinical Research Center for Neurological Diseases, Beijing Tiantan Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
- Advanced Innovation Center for Human Brain Protection, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
- Center of Stroke, Beijing Institute for Brain Disorders, Beijing, China
- Research Unit of Artificial Intelligence in Cerebrovascular Disease, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Beijing, China
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- Department of Neurology, Beijing Tiantan Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
- China National Clinical Research Center for Neurological Diseases, Beijing Tiantan Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
- Center of Stroke, Beijing Institute for Brain Disorders, Beijing, China
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- Department of Neurology, Beijing Tiantan Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
- China National Clinical Research Center for Neurological Diseases, Beijing Tiantan Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
- Advanced Innovation Center for Human Brain Protection, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
- Center of Stroke, Beijing Institute for Brain Disorders, Beijing, China
- Research Unit of Artificial Intelligence in Cerebrovascular Disease, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Beijing, China
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- China National Clinical Research Center for Neurological Diseases, Beijing Tiantan Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
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- Department of Neurology, Beijing Tiantan Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
- China National Clinical Research Center for Neurological Diseases, Beijing Tiantan Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
- Research Unit of Artificial Intelligence in Cerebrovascular Disease, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Beijing, China
- Chinese Institute for Brain Research, Beijing, China
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Ballesio A, Santamaria T, Furio S, Parisi P, Polese D, Micheli F, Baccini F, Di Nardo G, Lombardo C. Associations between immune biomarkers and symptoms of anxiety, depression, and insomnia in paediatric inflammatory bowel disease: A preliminary longitudinal analysis. Physiol Behav 2024; 278:114510. [PMID: 38479583 DOI: 10.1016/j.physbeh.2024.114510] [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: 01/10/2024] [Revised: 02/26/2024] [Accepted: 03/09/2024] [Indexed: 04/07/2024]
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Innate immunity may influence the onset of affective symptoms and alter sleep patterns in chronic inflammatory conditions. Here, we tested the prospective associations between baseline serum C-reactive protein (CRP), albumin, and CRP/albumin ratio (CAR, i.e., an emerging biomarker of disease activity), and self-reported symptoms of anxiety, depression, and insomnia at 1-year follow up in paediatric inflammatory bowel disease (n = 17). After controlling for baseline values, CAR (ρ = 0.591, p = 0.026) predicted anxiety symptoms, while albumin predicted both anxiety (ρ = -0.687, p = 0.007) and insomnia symptoms (ρ = -0.648, p = 0.012). Current findings preliminarily suggest that inflammation may influence anxiety and sleep disturbance in paediatric IBD.
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- Andrea Ballesio
- Department of Psychology, Faculty of Medicine and Psychology, Sapienza University of Rome, Italy.
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- Department of Psychology, Faculty of Medicine and Psychology, Sapienza University of Rome, Italy
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- Department of Neurosciences, Mental Health and Sensory Organs (NESMOS), Sapienza University of Rome, Pediatric Unit, Sant'Andrea University Hospital, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Neurosciences, Mental Health and Sensory Organs (NESMOS), Sapienza University of Rome, Pediatric Unit, Sant'Andrea University Hospital, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Neurosciences, Mental Health and Sensory Organs (NESMOS), Sapienza University of Rome, Pediatric Unit, Sant'Andrea University Hospital, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Medical-Surgical Sciences and Translational Medicine, Sant'Andrea Hospital, Sapienza University of Rome, Italy
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- Department of Medical-Surgical Sciences and Translational Medicine, Sant'Andrea Hospital, Sapienza University of Rome, Italy
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- Department of Neurosciences, Mental Health and Sensory Organs (NESMOS), Sapienza University of Rome, Pediatric Unit, Sant'Andrea University Hospital, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Psychology, Faculty of Medicine and Psychology, Sapienza University of Rome, Italy
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Kolahi Ahari R, Akbari N, Babaeepoor N, Fallahi Z, Saffar Soflaei S, Ferns G, Ebrahimi M, Moohebati M, Esmaily H, Ghayour‐Mobarhan M. Association of Three Novel Inflammatory Markers: Lymphocyte to HDL-C Ratio, High-Sensitivity C-Reactive Protein to HDL-C Ratio and High-Sensitivity C-Reactive Protein to Lymphocyte Ratio With Metabolic Syndrome. Endocrinol Diabetes Metab 2024; 7:e00479. [PMID: 38590230 PMCID: PMC11002532 DOI: 10.1002/edm2.479] [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: 01/08/2024] [Revised: 02/13/2024] [Accepted: 02/23/2024] [Indexed: 04/10/2024] Open
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OBJECTIVE We aimed to compare the association of three novel inflammatory indicators with metabolic syndrome (MetS) among Mashhad stroke and heart atherosclerotic disorder (MASHAD) cohort participants. METHODS According to the International Diabetes Federation (IDF) criteria, the cohort participants were divided into the MetS(+) and MetS(-) groups. The lymphocyte to high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C) ratio (LHR), high-sensitivity C-reactive protein (hs-CRP) to HDL-C ratio (HCHR) and hs-CRP to lymphocyte ratio (HCLR) were calculated and were compared between the groups. Binary logistic regression (LR) analysis was performed to find the association of the indices with the presence of MetS among men and women. Receiver-operating characteristic (ROC) curve analysis was used to establish cut-off values in predicting MetS for men and women. p-Values <0.05 were considered as statistically significant. RESULTS Among a total of 8890 participants (5500 MetS(-) and 3390 MetS(+)), LHR, HCHR and HCLR were significantly higher in the MetS(+) group than in MetS(-) group (p < 0.001). In LR analysis, after adjusting for multiple cofounders, LHR remained an independent factor for the presence of MetS among men (OR: 1.254; 95% CI: 1.202-1.308; p < 0.001) and women (OR: 1.393; 95% CI: 1.340-1.448; p < 0.001). HCHR also remained an independent factor for the presence of MetS only in women (OR: 1.058; 95% CI: 1.043-1.073; p < 0.001). ROC curve analysis showed that LHR had the higher AUC for predicting MetS in both men (AUC: 0.627; 95% CI: 0.611-0.643; p < 0.001) and women (AUC: 0.683; 95% CI: 0.670, 0.696; p < 0.001). CONCLUSION This suggests that among both genders, the LHR as an inexpensive and easy-to-access marker has a better diagnostic performance and could be a promising alternative to the traditional expensive inflammatory markers such as hs-CRP for the evaluation of inflammation in patients with MetS.
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- Rana Kolahi Ahari
- International UNESCO Center for Health‐Related Basic Sciences and Human NutritionMashhad University of Medical SciencesMashadIran
- Applied Biomedical Research CenterMashhad University of Medical SciencesMashadIran
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- International UNESCO Center for Health‐Related Basic Sciences and Human NutritionMashhad University of Medical SciencesMashadIran
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- School of Nursing and MidwiferyMashhad University of Medical SciencesMashadIran
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- School of Nursing and MidwiferyMashhad University of Medical SciencesMashadIran
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- International UNESCO Center for Health‐Related Basic Sciences and Human NutritionMashhad University of Medical SciencesMashadIran
- Metabolic Syndrome Research CenterMashhad University of Medical SciencesMashadIran
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- Division of Medical EducationBrighton and Sussex Medical SchoolBrightonUK
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- Faculty of Medicine, Vascular and Endovascular Research CenterMashhad University of Medical SciencesMashadIran
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- Department of Cardiology, Faculty of MedicineMashhad University of Medical SciencesMashadIran
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- Metabolic Syndrome Research CenterMashhad University of Medical SciencesMashadIran
- Department of Biostatistics, School of Health, Social Determinants of Health Research CenterMashhad University of Medical SciencesMashadIran
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- International UNESCO Center for Health‐Related Basic Sciences and Human NutritionMashhad University of Medical SciencesMashadIran
- Metabolic Syndrome Research CenterMashhad University of Medical SciencesMashadIran
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Expression of Concern: C-reactive protein promotes inflammation through TLR4/NF-κB/TGF-β pathway in HL-1 cells. Biosci Rep 2024; 44. [PMID: 38655837 DOI: 10.1042/BSR-2019-0888_EOC] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 04/26/2024] Open
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Pan Y, Li D, Zhang Z, Xu J, Sun X, Wang M, Ding J. Clinical characteristics and outcomes of maintenance hemodialysis patients with COVID-19 during the Omicron wave of the pandemic in Beijing: a single center retrospective study. BMC Nephrol 2024; 25:143. [PMID: 38649863 PMCID: PMC11036696 DOI: 10.1186/s12882-024-03575-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/17/2023] [Accepted: 04/08/2024] [Indexed: 04/25/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND The clinical manifestations and prognosis of hemodialysis patients with severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus-2 (SARS-CoV-2) during the Omicron wave of the pandemic infection were still unclear. This study investigated the clinical characteristics of patients undergoing maintenance hemodialysis (MHD) infected with it. METHODS This retrospective single-center study included 151 patients undergoing MHD. Healthcare workers were selected as control group were assessed from December 1, 2022 to March 31, 2023. Clinical data, laboratory test results, treatment protocols, and prognoses were collected and analyzed. RESULTS The study population included 146 patients with MHD, 93 (63.7%) of whom were infected with SARS-CoV-2. The number of non-severe, severe, and critical cases was 84 (90.3%), 4 (4.3%), and 5 (5.3%), respectively. Six patients (6.5%) died during the study period. The main symptoms of SARS-CoV-2 infection, including fever, cough, and fatigue, were less common in patients with MHD than the controls. During SARS-CoV-2 infection, the C-reactive protein (2.9 vs. 11.8 mg/dl, p < 0.0001) and ferritin levels(257.7 vs. 537 ng/l, p < 0.0001) were elevated. The hemoglobin(113vs 111 g/L, p = 0.0001) and albumin levels(39.4 vs. 36.1 g/L, p < 0.0001) decreased. Generally, it took two months for the hemoglobin levels to recover. Positivity rate for SARS-COV-2 serum immunoglobin G (IgG) antibodies and IgG titers were lower in dialysis patients than the controls. Age was positively associated with disease severity, while age and hyponatremia were associated with death. CONCLUSIONS Patients with MHD and COVID-19 were primarily classified as non-severe. SARS-CoV-2 infection would soon lead to the increase of inflammation related acute response protein in dialysis patients, and then lead to the decrease of hemoglobin and albumin. About 9.6% in HD patients were severe cases and had poor prognosis. Advanced age and hyponatremia were associated with disease severity and prognosis.
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- Yujing Pan
- Nephrology Department, Peking University International Hospital, No. 1 Life Park Road, Life Science Park of Zhongguancun, Changping District, 102206, Beijing, P.R. China
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- Hemodialysis Center, Peking University International Hospital, 102206, Beijing, P.R. China
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- Nephrology Department, Peking University International Hospital, No. 1 Life Park Road, Life Science Park of Zhongguancun, Changping District, 102206, Beijing, P.R. China
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- Nephrology Department, Peking University International Hospital, No. 1 Life Park Road, Life Science Park of Zhongguancun, Changping District, 102206, Beijing, P.R. China
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory, Peking University International Hospital, 102206, Beijing, P.R. China
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- Nephrology Department, Peking University International Hospital, No. 1 Life Park Road, Life Science Park of Zhongguancun, Changping District, 102206, Beijing, P.R. China
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- Nephrology Department, Peking University International Hospital, No. 1 Life Park Road, Life Science Park of Zhongguancun, Changping District, 102206, Beijing, P.R. China.
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Karahan D, Bolayir HA, Bolayir A, Demir B, Otlu Ö, Erdem M. Can serum interleukin 34 levels be used as an indicator for the prediction and prognosis of COVID-19? PLoS One 2024; 19:e0302002. [PMID: 38626032 PMCID: PMC11020891 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0302002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/02/2023] [Accepted: 03/25/2024] [Indexed: 04/18/2024] Open
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OBJECTIVE Interleukin 34 (IL-34) is a molecule whose expression is increased in conditions such as autoimmune disorders, inflammation, and infections. Our study aims to determine the role of IL-34 in the diagnosis, follow-up, and prognosis of Coronavirus Disease-19 (COVID-19). METHOD A total of 80 cases were included in the study as 40 COVID-19 positive patient groups and 40 COVID-19 negative control groups. The COVID-19-positive group consisted of 20 intensive-care unit (ICU) patients and 20 outpatients. Serum IL-34, c-reactive protein (CRP), ferritin, D-dimer, troponin I, hemogram, and biochemical parameters of the cases were studied and compared between groups. RESULTS IL-34 levels were significantly higher in the COVID-19-positive group than in the negative group. IL-34 levels increased in correlation with CRP in predicting the diagnosis of COVID-19. IL-34 levels higher than 31.75 pg/m predicted a diagnosis of COVID-19. IL-34 levels did not differ between the outpatient and ICU groups in COVID-19-positive patients. IL-34 levels were also not different between those with and without lung involvement. CONCLUSION While IL-34 levels increased in COVID-19-positive patients and were successful in predicting the diagnosis of COVID-19, it was not found to be significant in determining lung involvement, risk of intensive care hospitalization, and prognosis. The role of IL-34 in COVID-19 deserves further evaluation.
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- Doğu Karahan
- Department of Internal Medicine, Malatya Turgut Özal University School of Medicine, Malatya, Turkey
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- Department of Cardiology, Malatya Turgut Özal University School of Medicine, Malatya, Turkey
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- Department of Neurology, Malatya Turgut Özal University School of Medicine, Malatya, Turkey
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- Department of Emergency Medicine, Malatya Turgut Özal University School of Medicine, Malatya, Turkey
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- Department of Medical Biochemistry, Malatya Turgut Özal University School of Medicine, Malatya, Turkey
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- Department of Medical Biochemistry, Malatya Turgut Özal University School of Medicine, Malatya, Turkey
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Ahamed F, Jaiswal A, Sahoo S, Ghosh T, Kaur A, Rehman T, Goswami K. Impact of supplementation with iron-folic acid (IFA) and vitamin D 3 compared with IFA alone on haemoglobin levels in elderly people with mild-to-moderate anaemia: protocol for the double-blind, randomised, placebo-controlled Iron and vitamin D trial in Elderly Anemia (IDEA). BMJ Open 2024; 14:e080303. [PMID: 38626969 PMCID: PMC11029202 DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2023-080303] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/26/2023] [Accepted: 04/03/2024] [Indexed: 04/19/2024] Open
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INTRODUCTION Anaemia in the elderly is often difficult to treat with iron supplementation alone as prevalence of anaemia of chronic disease (ACD) alone or mixed with iron-deficiency anaemia (IDA) is high in this age group. Hepcidin remains high in ACD, preventing utilisation of iron for heme synthesis. Vitamin D3 has shown hepcidin suppression activity in both in vitro and in vivo studies. As there is no study assessing the effect of iron-folic acid (IFA) with vitamin D3 on haemoglobin levels in the elderly in India, we want to conduct this study to estimate the impact of supplementation of a therapeutic package of IFA and vitamin D3 on haemoglobin levels in the elderly with mild-to-moderate anaemia in comparison with IFA only. The study will also assess the impact of the proposed intervention on ferritin, hepcidin, 25-hydroxyvitamin D, C reactive protein (CRP) and parathyroid hormone (PTH) levels. METHODS AND ANALYSIS This study is a community-based, double-blind, placebo-controlled, randomised trial. The study will be done in the Kalyani municipality area. Individuals aged ≥60 years with mild-to-moderate anaemia and normal vitamin D3 levels will be randomised into the intervention (IFA and vitamin D3 supplementation) group or the control group (IFA and olive oil as placebo). All medications will be self-administered. Follow-up will be done on a weekly basis for 12 weeks. The calculated sample size is 150 in each arm. Block randomisation will be done. The primary outcome is change in haemoglobin levels from baseline to 12 weeks. Secondary outcome is change in serum ferritin, 25-hydroxyvitamin D, hepcidin, CRP and PTH levels from baseline to 12 weeks. ETHICS AND DISSEMINATION Ethical approval from the Institutional Ethics Committee of All India Institute of Medical Sciences Kalyani has been obtained (IEC/AIIMS/Kalyani/Meeting/2022/03). Written informed consent will be obtained from each study participant. The trial results will be reported through publication in a reputable journal and disseminated through health talks within the communities. TRIAL REGISTRATION NUMBER CTRI/2022/05/042775. PROTOCOL VERSION Version 1.0.
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- Farhad Ahamed
- Department of Community Medicine and Family Medicine, All India Institute of Medical Sciences-Kalyani, Kalyani, West Bengal, India
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- Community Medicine, ESIC Medical College and Hospital Faridabad, Faridabad, Haryana, India
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- Department of Biochemistry, All India Institute of Medical Sciences-Kalyani, Kalyani, West Bengal, India
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- Department of Physiology, All India Institute of Medical Sciences-Kalyani, Kalyani, West Bengal, India
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- Department of Community Medicine and Family Medicine, All India Institute of Medical Sciences-Kalyani, Kalyani, West Bengal, India
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- Regional Medical Research Centre Bhubaneswar, Bhubaneswar, Orissa, India
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- Department of Biochemistry, All India Institute of Medical Sciences-Kalyani, Kalyani, West Bengal, India
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Orellana SC, Bethlehem RAI, Simpson-Kent IL, van Harmelen AL, Vértes PE, Bullmore ET. Childhood maltreatment influences adult brain structure through its effects on immune, metabolic, and psychosocial factors. Proc Natl Acad Sci U S A 2024; 121:e2304704121. [PMID: 38593073 PMCID: PMC11032474 DOI: 10.1073/pnas.2304704121] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/13/2023] [Accepted: 02/16/2024] [Indexed: 04/11/2024] Open
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Childhood maltreatment (CM) leads to a lifelong susceptibility to mental ill-health which might be reflected by its effects on adult brain structure, perhaps indirectly mediated by its effects on adult metabolic, immune, and psychosocial systems. Indexing these systemic factors via body mass index (BMI), C-reactive protein (CRP), and rates of adult trauma (AT), respectively, we tested three hypotheses: (H1) CM has direct or indirect effects on adult trauma, BMI, and CRP; (H2) adult trauma, BMI, and CRP are all independently related to adult brain structure; and (H3) childhood maltreatment has indirect effects on adult brain structure mediated in parallel by BMI, CRP, and AT. Using path analysis and data from N = 116,887 participants in UK Biobank, we find that CM is related to greater BMI and AT levels, and that these two variables mediate CM's effects on CRP [H1]. Regression analyses on the UKB MRI subsample (N = 21,738) revealed that greater CRP and BMI were both independently related to a spatially convergent pattern of cortical effects (Spearman's ρ = 0.87) characterized by fronto-occipital increases and temporo-parietal reductions in thickness. Subcortically, BMI was associated with greater volume, AT with lower volume and CPR with effects in both directions [H2]. Finally, path models indicated that CM has indirect effects in a subset of brain regions mediated through its direct effects on BMI and AT and indirect effects on CRP [H3]. Results provide evidence that childhood maltreatment can influence brain structure decades after exposure by increasing individual risk toward adult trauma, obesity, and inflammation.
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- Sofia C. Orellana
- Department of Psychiatry, University of Cambridge, CambridgeCB2 0SZ, United Kingdom
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- Department of Psychiatry, University of Cambridge, CambridgeCB2 0SZ, United Kingdom
- Department of Psychology, University of Cambridge, CambridgeCB2 3EB, United Kingdom
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- Institute of Psychology, Leiden University, Leiden2333AK, The Netherlands
- Medical Research Council Cognition and Brain Sciences Unit, University of Cambridge, CambridgeCB2 7EF, United Kingdom
- Department of Psychology, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA19104-6241
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- Department of Psychiatry, University of Cambridge, CambridgeCB2 0SZ, United Kingdom
- Institute of Education and Child Studies, Leiden University, Leiden2333AK, The Netherlands
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- Department of Psychiatry, University of Cambridge, CambridgeCB2 0SZ, United Kingdom
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- Department of Psychiatry, University of Cambridge, CambridgeCB2 0SZ, United Kingdom
- Cambridgeshire & Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust, CambridgeCB21 5EF, United Kingdom
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Nemeckova I, Eissazadeh S, Rathouska JU, Silhavy J, Malinska H, Pravenec M, Nachtigal P. Transgenic human C-reactive protein affects oxidative stress but not inflammation biomarkers in the aorta of spontaneously hypertensive rats. BMC Cardiovasc Disord 2024; 24:211. [PMID: 38627621 PMCID: PMC11020172 DOI: 10.1186/s12872-024-03870-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/09/2023] [Accepted: 03/30/2024] [Indexed: 04/19/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND C-reactive protein (CRP) is an acute inflammatory protein detected in obese patients with metabolic syndrome. Moreover, increased CRP levels have been linked with atherosclerotic disease, congestive heart failure, and ischemic heart disease, suggesting that it is not only a biomarker but also plays an active role in the pathophysiology of cardiovascular diseases. Since endothelial dysfunction plays an essential role in various cardiovascular pathologies and is characterized by increased expression of cell adhesion molecules and inflammatory markers, we aimed to detect specific markers of endothelial dysfunction, inflammation, and oxidative stress in spontaneously hypertensive rats (SHR) expressing human CRP. This model is genetically predisposed to the development of the metabolic syndrome. METHODS Transgenic SHR male rats (SHR-CRP) and non-transgenic SHR (SHR) at the age of 8 months were used. Metabolic profile (including serum and tissue triglyceride (TAG), serum insulin concentrations, insulin-stimulated incorporation of glucose, and serum non-esterified fatty acids (NEFA) levels) was measured. In addition, human serum CRP, MCP-1 (monocyte chemoattractant protein-1), and adiponectin were evaluated by means of ELISA, histological analysis was used to study morphological changes in the aorta, and western blot analysis of aortic tissue was performed to detect expression of endothelial, inflammatory, and oxidative stress markers. RESULTS The presence of human CRP was associated with significantly decreased insulin-stimulated glycogenesis in skeletal muscle, increased muscle and hepatic accumulation of TAG and decreased plasmatic cGMP concentrations, reduced adiponectin levels, and increased monocyte chemoattractant protein-1 (MCP-1) levels in the blood, suggesting pro-inflammatory and presence of multiple features of metabolic syndrome in SHR-CRP animals. Histological analysis of aortic sections did not reveal any visible morphological changes in animals from both SHR and SHR-CRP rats. Western blot analysis of the expression of proteins related to the proper function of endothelium demonstrated significant differences in the expression of p-eNOS/eNOS in the aorta, although endoglin (ENG) protein expression remained unaffected. In addition, the presence of human CRP in SHR in this study did not affect the expression of inflammatory markers, namely p-NFkB, P-selectin, and COX2 in the aorta. On the other hand, biomarkers related to oxidative stress, such as HO-1 and SOD3, were significantly changed, indicating the induction of oxidative stress. CONCLUSIONS Our findings demonstrate that CRP alone cannot fully induce the expression of endothelial dysfunction biomarkers, suggesting other risk factors of cardiovascular disorders are necessary to be involved to induce endothelial dysfunction with CRP.
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- Ivana Nemeckova
- Department of Biological and Medical Sciences, Faculty of Pharmacy in Hradec Kralove, Charles University, Heyrovskeho 1203, Hradec Kralove, 500 05, Czech Republic
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- Department of Biological and Medical Sciences, Faculty of Pharmacy in Hradec Kralove, Charles University, Heyrovskeho 1203, Hradec Kralove, 500 05, Czech Republic
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- Department of Biological and Medical Sciences, Faculty of Pharmacy in Hradec Kralove, Charles University, Heyrovskeho 1203, Hradec Kralove, 500 05, Czech Republic
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- Institute of Physiology, Academy of Sciences of the Czech Republic, Prague, Czech Republic
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- Center for Experimental Medicine, Institute for Clinical and Experimental Medicine, Prague, Czech Republic
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- Institute of Physiology, Academy of Sciences of the Czech Republic, Prague, Czech Republic
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- Department of Biological and Medical Sciences, Faculty of Pharmacy in Hradec Kralove, Charles University, Heyrovskeho 1203, Hradec Kralove, 500 05, Czech Republic.
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Dai Y, Deng Q, Liu Q, Zhang L, Gan H, Pan X, Gu B, Tan L. Humoral immunosuppression of exposure to polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons and the roles of oxidative stress and inflammation. Environ Pollut 2024; 347:123741. [PMID: 38458516 DOI: 10.1016/j.envpol.2024.123741] [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] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/10/2024] [Revised: 02/19/2024] [Accepted: 03/06/2024] [Indexed: 03/10/2024]
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Previous studies have indicated adverse health effects of exposure to polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs), but evidence on the association between PAH exposure and immunity is scarce and its underlying mechanism is largely unknown. This study assessed human exposure to PAHs by determining the concentrations of PAHs in serum and their metabolites in paired urine. The oxidative stress and inflammation levels were evaluated by urinary DNA damage biomarker 8-hydroxydeoxyguanosine, white blood cell counts and C-reaction protein. We investigated the relationship between PAH exposure and seven immunological components, and explored the indirect roles of oxidative stress and inflammation by mediation and moderation analysis. Multivariate regression analysis revealed that 1-hydroxynaphthalene and 2-hydroxyfluorene were negatively associated with immunoglobulin A, and 3-hydroxyphenanthrene was negatively correlated with complement component 3. Restricted cubic spline analysis demonstrated nonlinear relationships between some individual PAHs or their metabolites with immunological components. Bayesian kernel machine regression and quantile g-computation revealed significant associations of higher PAH exposure with decreased immunoglobulin G and kappa light chain levels. Phenanthrene was the compound that contributed the most to reduced immunoglobulin G. Mediation analysis demonstrated significant indirect effects of 8-hydroxydeoxyguanosine and white blood cell counts on the association between higher PAH exposure and decreased immunological components. Moderation analysis revealed that PAH exposure and decreased immunological components are significantly associated with higher levels of C-reaction protein and white blood cell counts. The results demonstrated significant immunosuppression of PAH exposure and highlighted the indirect roles of oxidative stress and inflammation. Interventions to reduce systemic inflammation may mitigate the adverse immune effects of PAH exposure.
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- Yingyi Dai
- Guangzhou Center for Disease Control and Prevention, Guangzhou 510440, China; School of Public Health, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou 510515, China
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory Medicine, Guangdong Provincial People's Hospital (Guangdong Academy of Medical Sciences), Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, 510000, China
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- Guangzhou Center for Disease Control and Prevention, Guangzhou 510440, China
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- Guangzhou Center for Disease Control and Prevention, Guangzhou 510440, China
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory Medicine, Guangdong Provincial People's Hospital (Guangdong Academy of Medical Sciences), Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, 510000, China
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- Guangzhou Center for Disease Control and Prevention, Guangzhou 510440, China
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory Medicine, Guangdong Provincial People's Hospital (Guangdong Academy of Medical Sciences), Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, 510000, China
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- Guangzhou Center for Disease Control and Prevention, Guangzhou 510440, China; School of Public Health, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou 510515, China.
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Dubey P, Singh V, Venishetty N, Trivedi M, Reddy SY, Lakshmanaswamy R, Dwivedi AK. Associations of sex hormone ratios with metabolic syndrome and inflammation in US adult men and women. Front Endocrinol (Lausanne) 2024; 15:1384603. [PMID: 38660513 PMCID: PMC11039964 DOI: 10.3389/fendo.2024.1384603] [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] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/09/2024] [Accepted: 03/26/2024] [Indexed: 04/26/2024] Open
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Background Sex hormones play a critical role in sex differences and cardiovascular disease risk associated with metabolic syndrome (MS) and inflammation. However, the associations of sex hormone ratios with metabolic and inflammatory markers are unclear according to sex and age differences. We evaluated the associations of sex hormone ratios with MS and inflammation among males and females. Methods A retrospective cross-sectional study was conducted by including all adults from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey cycles 2013-2016 and excluding any pregnant women, heart disease, diabetes, and those currently taking insulin. MS was defined using the National Cholesterol Education Program criteria and a high-sensitivity C-reactive protein (CRP) level>3 mg/L was defined as a high CRP. Measures of MS components and CRP concentrations were also analyzed. The primary exposures were testosterone to estradiol (excess androgen index), testosterone to sex hormone-binding globulin (free androgen index), and estradiol to sex hormone-binding globulin (free estradiol index). The adjusted associations were summarized with a relative risk (RR) and 95% confidence interval (CI). Results This study included 9167 subjects with 4360 males and 4807 females. Increases in free estradiol index were positively associated with MS (RR=1.48; 95%CI: 1.39, 1.58; RR=1.31; 95%CI: 1.22, 1.40) and high CRP (RR=1.49; 95%CI: 1.25, 1.77; RR=1.26; 95%CI: 1.06, 1.50) in men with age<50 years and age≥50 years, respectively. Similarly, higher free estradiol index was also robustly associated with increased prevalence of MS (RR=1.22; 95%CI: 1.15, 1.28) and high CRP (RR=1.68; 95%CI: 1.48, 1.90) in women with age ≥50 years. Among women with age<50 years, a higher free androgen index was associated with MS (RR=1.34; 95%CI: 1.25, 1.42) and high CRP (RR=1.13; 95%CI: 1.02, 1.25). These associations were unchanged even after adjusting for all sex hormones. Conclusion Free estradiol index was consistently and positively associated with MS and high CRP in males of all ages and older females. Free androgen index was positively associated with MS and high CRP in females with age<50 years.
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- Pallavi Dubey
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Paul L. Foster School of Medicine, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso, El Paso, TX, United States
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- Office of Research, Biostatistics and Epidemiology Consulting Lab, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso, El Paso, TX, United States
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- Department of Medical Education, Paul L. Foster School of Medicine, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso, El Paso, TX, United States
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- Department of Medical Education, Paul L. Foster School of Medicine, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso, El Paso, TX, United States
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Paul L. Foster School of Medicine, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso, El Paso, TX, United States
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- Department of Molecular and Translational Medicine, Paul L. Foster School of Medicine, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso, El Paso, TX, United States
- L. Frederick Francis Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso, El Paso, TX, United States
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- Office of Research, Biostatistics and Epidemiology Consulting Lab, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso, El Paso, TX, United States
- Department of Molecular and Translational Medicine, Paul L. Foster School of Medicine, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso, El Paso, TX, United States
- L. Frederick Francis Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso, El Paso, TX, United States
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Singh SK, Prislovsky A, Ngwa DN, Munkhsaikhan U, Abidi AH, Brand DD, Agrawal A. C-reactive protein lowers the serum level of IL-17, but not TNF-α, and decreases the incidence of collagen-induced arthritis in mice. Front Immunol 2024; 15:1385085. [PMID: 38650931 PMCID: PMC11033386 DOI: 10.3389/fimmu.2024.1385085] [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: 02/11/2024] [Accepted: 03/25/2024] [Indexed: 04/25/2024] Open
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The biosynthesis of C-reactive protein (CRP) in the liver is increased in inflammatory diseases including rheumatoid arthritis. Previously published data suggest a protective function of CRP in arthritis; however, the mechanism of action of CRP remains undefined. The aim of this study was to evaluate the effects of human CRP on the development of collagen-induced arthritis (CIA) in mice which is an animal model of autoimmune inflammatory arthritis. Two CRP species were employed: wild-type CRP which binds to aggregated IgG at acidic pH and a CRP mutant which binds to aggregated IgG at physiological pH. Ten CRP injections were given on alternate days during the development of CIA. Both wild-type and mutant CRP reduced the incidence of CIA, that is, reduced the number of mice developing CIA; however, CRP did not affect the severity of the disease in arthritic mice. The serum levels of IL-17, IL-6, TNF-α, IL-10, IL-2 and IL-1β were measured: both wild-type and mutant CRP decreased the level of IL-17 and IL-6 but not of TNF-α, IL-10, IL-2 and IL-1β. These data suggest that CRP recognizes and binds to immune complexes, although it was not clear whether CRP functioned in its native pentameric or in its structurally altered pentameric form in the CIA model. Consequently, ligand-complexed CRP, through an as-yet undefined mechanism, directly or indirectly, inhibits the production of IL-17 and eventually protects against the initiation of the development of arthritis. The data also suggest that IL-17, not TNF-α, is critical for the development of autoimmune inflammatory arthritis.
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- Sanjay K. Singh
- Department of Biomedical Sciences, James H. Quillen College of Medicine, East Tennessee State University, Johnson City, TN, United States
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- The Lt. Col. Luke Weathers, Jr. VA Medical Center, Memphis, TN, United States
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- Department of Biomedical Sciences, James H. Quillen College of Medicine, East Tennessee State University, Johnson City, TN, United States
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- College of Dental Medicine, Lincoln Memorial University, Knoxville, TN, United States
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- College of Dental Medicine, Lincoln Memorial University, Knoxville, TN, United States
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- The Lt. Col. Luke Weathers, Jr. VA Medical Center, Memphis, TN, United States
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- Department of Biomedical Sciences, James H. Quillen College of Medicine, East Tennessee State University, Johnson City, TN, United States
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Giralt L, Figueras-Roca M, Eguileor BDL, Romero B, Zarranz-Ventura J, Alforja S, Santiago F, Bolaños J, Lozano F, Dotti-Boada M, Sala-Puigdollers A, Dura P, Izquierdo-Serra J, Valero O, Adan A, Fonollosa A, Molins B. C-reactive protein-complement factor H axis as a biomarker of activity in early and intermediate age-related macular degeneration. Front Immunol 2024; 15:1330913. [PMID: 38633250 PMCID: PMC11021604 DOI: 10.3389/fimmu.2024.1330913] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/31/2023] [Accepted: 03/21/2024] [Indexed: 04/19/2024] Open
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Purpose To determine and compare the serum levels of complement Factor H (FH), monomeric C-Reactive Protein (mCRP) and pentameric C-Reactive protein (pCRP) in patients with age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and to correlate them with clinical, structural and functional parameters. Methods Cross-sectional observational study. One hundred thirty-nine individuals (88 patients and 51 healthy controls) from two referral centers were included and classified into three groups: early or intermediate AMD (n=33), advanced AMD (n=55), and age and sex matched healthy controls (n=51). Serum levels of FH, mCRP, and pCRP were determined and correlated with clinical and imaging parameters. Results Patients with intermediate AMD presented FH levels significantly lower than controls [186.5 (72.1-931.8) µg/mL vs 415.2 (106.1-1962.2) µg/mL; p=0.039] and FH levels <200 µg/mL were associated with the presence of drusen and pigmentary changes in the fundoscopy (p=0.002). While no differences were observed in pCRP and mCRP levels, and mCRP was only detected in less than 15% of the included participants, women had a significantly higher detection rate of mCRP than men (21.0% vs. 3.8%, p=0.045). In addition, the ratio mCRP/FH (log) was significantly lower in the control group compared to intermediate AMD (p=0.031). Visual acuity (p<0.001), macular volume (p<0.001), and foveal thickness (p=0.034) were significantly lower in the advanced AMD group, and choroidal thickness was significantly lower in advanced AMD compared to early/intermediate AMD (p=0.023). Conclusion Intermediate AMD was associated in our cohort with decreased serum FH levels together with increased serum mCRP/FH ratio. All these objective serum biomarkers may suggest an underlying systemic inflammatory process in early/intermediate AMD patients.
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- Lena Giralt
- Institut Clínic d’Oftalmologia (ICOF), Hospital Clínic, Barcelona, Spain
- Department of Ophthalmology, Biocruces Bizkaia Health Research Institute, Cruces University Hospital, University of the Basque Country, Barakaldo, Spain
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- Institut Clínic d’Oftalmologia (ICOF), Hospital Clínic, Barcelona, Spain
- Group of Ocular Inflammation: Clinical and Experimental Studies, Institut d’Investigacions Biomèdiques Agustí Pi I Sunyer (IDIBAPS), Barcelona, Spain
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Biocruces Bizkaia Health Research Institute, Cruces University Hospital, University of the Basque Country, Barakaldo, Spain
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- Institut Clínic d’Oftalmologia (ICOF), Hospital Clínic, Barcelona, Spain
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- Institut Clínic d’Oftalmologia (ICOF), Hospital Clínic, Barcelona, Spain
- Group of Ocular Inflammation: Clinical and Experimental Studies, Institut d’Investigacions Biomèdiques Agustí Pi I Sunyer (IDIBAPS), Barcelona, Spain
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- Institut Clínic d’Oftalmologia (ICOF), Hospital Clínic, Barcelona, Spain
- Group of Ocular Inflammation: Clinical and Experimental Studies, Institut d’Investigacions Biomèdiques Agustí Pi I Sunyer (IDIBAPS), Barcelona, Spain
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- Servei d’Immunologia, Centre de Diagnostic Biomèdic, Hospital Clínic Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
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- Servei d’Immunologia, Centre de Diagnostic Biomèdic, Hospital Clínic Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
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- Servei d’Immunologia, Centre de Diagnostic Biomèdic, Hospital Clínic Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
- Group of Immunoreceptors of the Innate and Adaptive Systems, Institut d’Investigacions Biomèdiques Agustí Pi I Sunyer (IDIBAPS), Barcelona, Spain
- Departament de Biomedicina, Facultat de Medicina, Universitat de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
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- Institut Clínic d’Oftalmologia (ICOF), Hospital Clínic, Barcelona, Spain
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- Institut Clínic d’Oftalmologia (ICOF), Hospital Clínic, Barcelona, Spain
- Group of Ocular Inflammation: Clinical and Experimental Studies, Institut d’Investigacions Biomèdiques Agustí Pi I Sunyer (IDIBAPS), Barcelona, Spain
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Biocruces Bizkaia Health Research Institute, Cruces University Hospital, University of the Basque Country, Barakaldo, Spain
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- Servei d’Estadística, Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
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- Institut Clínic d’Oftalmologia (ICOF), Hospital Clínic, Barcelona, Spain
- Group of Ocular Inflammation: Clinical and Experimental Studies, Institut d’Investigacions Biomèdiques Agustí Pi I Sunyer (IDIBAPS), Barcelona, Spain
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Biocruces Bizkaia Health Research Institute, Cruces University Hospital, University of the Basque Country, Barakaldo, Spain
- Department of Retina, Instituto Oftalmológico Bilbao, Bilbao, Spain
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- Group of Ocular Inflammation: Clinical and Experimental Studies, Institut d’Investigacions Biomèdiques Agustí Pi I Sunyer (IDIBAPS), Barcelona, Spain
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Muñoz MPS, Ramirez ZPB, Rodriguez ELM, Blandón JDR, Aguiñaga SA, Orozco CAO, Yáñez ARE. Transferrin Saturation, Serum Ferritin, and C-Reactive Protein vs. Serum Ferritin for an optimal Iron Deficiency Diagnosis in Candidates for Bariatric Surgery. Obes Surg 2024; 34:1174-1184. [PMID: 38367125 DOI: 10.1007/s11695-024-07081-z] [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: 10/01/2023] [Revised: 01/23/2024] [Accepted: 01/24/2024] [Indexed: 02/19/2024]
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INTRODUCTION Iron has different physiological processes and is regulated by hepcidin that is also an acute phase reactant, which increases with inflammation. Obesity produces a pro-inflammatory state, affecting directly the normal regulation of iron, causing ferritin (FER) deficiency. FER is used as the only indicator of the status of iron in patients with obesity, so the majority of them would be underdiagnosed, leading to a high prevalence of iron deficiency (ID) and anemia. The aim of this study is to evaluate the diagnostic tests: transferrin saturation (TS), FER, and C-reactive protein (CRP) vs. FER with the objective of analyzing the most accurate variable for the diagnosis of ID. MATERIALS AND METHODS We present a cross-sectional, analytical, and retrospective study, evaluating the diagnostic tests in 96 patients, to whom two methods were applied for the diagnosis of ID: method 1 (FER < 30 ng/mL) and method 2 divided into 2A (FER < 30 ng/mL), 2B (FER 30-100 ng/mL + CRP ≥ 5 mg/L), 2C (FER 100-300 ng/mL + CRP ≥ 5 mg/L + TS < 20%), and 2D (TS < 20%). RESULTS The prevalence of ID obtained using method 1 was 30.2% while 69.8% presented ID using total method 2, confirming an underdiagnosis of 39.6%. CONCLUSION The inflammatory state in patients with obesity must be considered in the diagnosis of ID. The use of TS, FER, and CRP has greater validity than the use of serum FER for the diagnosis of ID in patients with obesity.
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- M Patricia Sánchez Muñoz
- Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery Clinic, The Civil Hospital of Guadalajara "Dr Juan I. Menchaca", Salvador Quevedo and Zubieta 750, Eastern Independence, C.P: 44340, Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico
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- Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery Clinic, The Civil Hospital of Guadalajara "Dr Juan I. Menchaca", Salvador Quevedo and Zubieta 750, Eastern Independence, C.P: 44340, Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico.
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- Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery Clinic, The Civil Hospital of Guadalajara "Dr Juan I. Menchaca", Salvador Quevedo and Zubieta 750, Eastern Independence, C.P: 44340, Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico
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- Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery Clinic, The Civil Hospital of Guadalajara "Dr Juan I. Menchaca", Salvador Quevedo and Zubieta 750, Eastern Independence, C.P: 44340, Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico
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- Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery Clinic, The Civil Hospital of Guadalajara "Dr Juan I. Menchaca", Salvador Quevedo and Zubieta 750, Eastern Independence, C.P: 44340, Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico
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- General Surgery Department, The Civil Hospital of Guadalajara "Dr Juan I. Menchaca", Salvador Quevedo and Zubieta 750, Eastern Independence, C.P: 44340, Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico
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- University Center for Biological and Agricultural Sciences, University of Guadalajara, Ramón Padilla Sanchez 2100, The Needles, C.P: 44600, Zapopan, Jalisco, Mexico
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Zietz A, Gorey S, Kelly PJ, Katan M, McCabe JJ. Targeting inflammation to reduce recurrent stroke. Int J Stroke 2024; 19:379-387. [PMID: 37800305 DOI: 10.1177/17474930231207777] [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] [Indexed: 10/07/2023]
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BACKGROUND Approximately one in four stroke patients suffer from recurrent vascular events, underlying the necessity to improve secondary stroke prevention strategies. Immune mechanisms are causally associated with coronary atherosclerosis. However, stroke is a heterogeneous disease and the relative contribution of inflammation across stroke mechanisms is not well understood. The optimal design of future randomized control trials (RCTs) of anti-inflammatory therapies to prevent recurrence after stroke must be informed by a clear understanding of the prognostic role of inflammation according to stroke subtype and individual patient factors. AIM In this narrative review, we discuss (1) inflammatory pathways in the etiology of ischemic stroke subtypes; (2) the evidence on inflammatory markers and vascular recurrence after stroke; and (3) review RCT evidence of anti-inflammatory agents for vascular prevention. SUMMARY OF REVIEW Experimental work, genetic epidemiological data, and plaque-imaging studies all implicate inflammation in atherosclerotic stroke. However, emerging evidence also suggests that inflammatory mechanisms are also important in other stroke mechanisms. Advanced neuroimaging techniques support the role of neuroinflammation in blood-brain barrier dysfunction in cerebral small vessel disease (cSVD). Systemic inflammatory processes also promote atrial cardiopathy, incident and recurrent atrial fibrillation (AF). Although several inflammatory markers have been associated with recurrence after stroke, interleukin-6 (IL-6) and high-sensitivity C-reactive protein (hsCRP) are presently the most promising markers to identify patients at increased vascular risk. Several RCTs have shown that anti-inflammatory therapies reduce vascular risk, including stroke, in coronary artery disease (CAD). Some, but not all of these trials, selected patients on the basis of elevated hsCRP. Although unproven after stroke, targeting inflammation to reduce recurrence is a compelling strategy and several RCTs are ongoing. CONCLUSION Evidence points toward the importance of inflammation across multiple stroke etiologies and potential benefit of anti-inflammatory targets in secondary stroke prevention. Taking the heterogeneous stroke etiologies into account, the use of serum biomarkers could be useful to identify patients with residual inflammatory risk and perform biomarker-led patient selection for future RCTs.
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- Annaelle Zietz
- Department of Neurology and Stroke Center, University Hospital Basel and University of Basel, Basel, Switzerland
- Neurology and Neurorehabilitation, University Department of Geriatric Medicine Felix Platter, University of Basel, Basel, Switzerland
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- Health Research Board (HRB) Stroke Clinical Trials Network Ireland (SCTNI), Dublin, Ireland
- School of Medicine, University College Dublin (UCD), Dublin, Ireland
- Department of Geriatric Medicine, Mater Misericordiae University Hospital, Dublin, Ireland
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- Health Research Board (HRB) Stroke Clinical Trials Network Ireland (SCTNI), Dublin, Ireland
- School of Medicine, University College Dublin (UCD), Dublin, Ireland
- Department of Neurology, Mater Misericordiae University Hospital, Dublin, Ireland
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- Department of Neurology and Stroke Center, University Hospital Basel and University of Basel, Basel, Switzerland
- Department of Neurology, University Hospital and University of Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland
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- Health Research Board (HRB) Stroke Clinical Trials Network Ireland (SCTNI), Dublin, Ireland
- School of Medicine, University College Dublin (UCD), Dublin, Ireland
- Department of Geriatric Medicine, Mater Misericordiae University Hospital, Dublin, Ireland
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Ouyang Q, Xu Y, Ban Y, Li J, Cai Y, Wu B, Hao Y, Sun Z, Zhang M, Wang M, Wang W, Zhao Y. Probiotics and Prebiotics in Subclinical Hypothyroidism of Pregnancy with Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth. Probiotics Antimicrob Proteins 2024; 16:579-588. [PMID: 37032411 PMCID: PMC10987341 DOI: 10.1007/s12602-023-10068-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 03/20/2023] [Indexed: 04/11/2023]
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Evaluating efficacy of probiotics combined with prebiotics in small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) in subclinical hypothyroidism (SCH) in the second trimester. We collected data from 78 pregnant women with SCH (SCH group) and 74 normal pregnant women (control group) in second trimester, compare the differences in high sensitivity C-reactive protein (hsCRP), result of lactulose methane-hydrogen breath test and gastrointestinal symptoms assessed by GSRS scale between two groups. In SCH group, 32 patients with SIBO were selected as intervention group. Treatment with probiotics + prebiotics for 21 days; The differences of lipid metabolism, hsCRP, thyroid function level, methane-hydrogen breath test results and GSRS scores before and after treatment were compared to evaluate the therapeutic effect. (1) The positive rate of SIBO and methane, hsCRP levels in SCH group were higher than those in control group (P < 0.05), the total score of GSRS scale, mean score of indigestion syndrome, and constipation syndrome in SCH group were higher (P < 0.05). (2) The mean abundance of hydrogen and methane were higher in SCH group. (3) After treatment, serum levels of thyrotropin(TSH), total cholesterol(TC), triglyceride(TG), low-density lipoprotein (LDL), and hsCRP in intervention group were decreased, and high-density lipoprotein (HDL) was increased compared with before treatment (P < 0.05). (4) After treatment, methane positive rate, total score of GSRS scale, mean score of diarrhea syndrome, dyspepsia syndrome, and constipation syndrome were decreased (P < 0.05). (5) The average abundance of methane and hydrogen were lower. Probiotics combined with prebiotics are effective in the treatment of SIBO in pregnant SCH patients.Clinical Trial Registration Number: ChiCTR1900026326.
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- Qian Ouyang
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, China.
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, China
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Xing M, Yang X, Jin S, Xu X. Inhibition of neuronal pentraxin 2 relieved epileptic seizure via reducing GluA1 phosphorylation. Cell Biochem Funct 2024; 42:e4003. [PMID: 38597235 DOI: 10.1002/cbf.4003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/22/2023] [Revised: 03/22/2024] [Accepted: 03/27/2024] [Indexed: 04/11/2024]
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Neuronal pentraxin 2 (Nptx2), a member of the synaptic protein family linked to excitatory synaptic formation, is found to be upregulated in epileptic mice, yet its role in epilepsy has been unclear. In vivo, we constructed a mouse model of epilepsy by using kainic acid induction. In vitro experiments, a Mg2+-free medium was used to induce epileptiform discharges in neurons. The results showed that the Nptx2 was upregulated in epileptic mice. Moreover, Nptx2 knockdown reduced the number of seizures and seizure duration. Knocking down Nptx2 not only reduced the number and duration of seizures but also showed a decrease in electroencephalogram amplitude. Behavioral tests indicated improvements in learning and memory abilities after Nptx2 knockdown. The Nissl staining and Timms staining revealed that Nptx2 silencing mitigated epilepsy-induced brain damage. The immunofluorescence staining revealed that Nptx2 absence resulted in a reduction of apoptosis. Nptx2 knockdown reduced Bax, cleaved caspase3, and cleaved caspase9 expression, while increased Bcl-2 expression. Notably, Nptx2 knockdown inhibited GluA1 phosphorylation at the S831 site and reduced the GluA1 membrane expression. The PSD95 expression declined in the epilepsy model, while the Nptx2 knockdown reversed it. Collectively, our study indicated that Nptx2 silencing not only alleviated brain damage and neuron apoptosis but also improved learning and memory ability in epileptic mice, suggesting Nptx2 as a promising target for epilepsy treatment.
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- Mengnan Xing
- Department of Pediatrics, The First Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University, Harbin, China
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- Animal Laboratory Center, The First Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University, Harbin, China
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- Department of Pathology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University, Harbin, China
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- Department of Pediatrics, The First Affiliated Hospital of Harbin Medical University, Harbin, China
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Nier A, Ulrich C, Volk C, Wolffgang MC, Brandsch C, Wensch-Dorendorf M, Girndt M, Stangl GI. Effects of a single phosphate-enriched test meal on inflammasome activity and postprandial inflammatory markers in healthy subjects. Eur J Nutr 2024; 63:797-807. [PMID: 38175251 PMCID: PMC10948537 DOI: 10.1007/s00394-023-03306-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/19/2023] [Accepted: 12/08/2023] [Indexed: 01/05/2024]
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PURPOSE The consumption of highly processed food is often associated with a high intake of inorganic phosphate. Hyperphosphatemia is accompanied by an inflammatory status in patients with chronic kidney disease. However, the immune response to high phosphorus intake in healthy individuals is largely unknown. Therefore, the aim of the present study was to evaluate the effect of a single phosphate-enriched meal on inflammasome activity and plasma levels of inflammatory markers. METHODS The analysis included 28 participants who received a single dose of either 700 mg phosphorus or a placebo with a test meal. At baseline, 4 and 8 h post-meal, plasma interleukin (IL)-6, IL-1β, IL-10, c-reactive protein (CRP), soluble IL-6 receptor (sIL-6R) and glycoprotein 130 (sgp130) levels were determined. At baseline and 4 h post-meal, peripheral blood mononuclear cells were isolated to assess inflammasome activity. Subsequently, the effect of phosphate with or without glucose on IL-6 and IL-1β gene expression and secretion in U937 monocytes was examined. RESULTS While both groups showed a marked postprandial increase in IL-6 plasma levels, neither plasma levels of IL-6, IL-1β, CRP, IL-10, sIL-6R, and sgp130 nor inflammasome activity were affected by phosphate compared to placebo. In U937 cells, there was also no effect of phosphate on IL-6 expression, but the addition of glucose increased it. Phosphate, however, reduced the IL-1β secretion of these cells. CONCLUSION Postprandial inflammatory markers were not affected by dietary phosphate. However, IL-6 plasma levels were markedly increased post-meal, which appears to be a metabolic rather than a pro-inflammatory phenomenon. TRIAL REGISTRATION NUMBER ClinicalTrials.gov, NCT03771924, date of registration: 11th December 2018, retrospectively registered.
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- Anika Nier
- Institute of Agricultural and Nutritional Sciences, Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg, Halle, Germany.
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- Department of Internal Medicine II, Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg, Halle, Germany
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- Institute of Agricultural and Nutritional Sciences, Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg, Halle, Germany
- Competence Cluster of Cardiovascular Health and Nutrition (nutriCARD), Halle-Jena-Leipzig, Germany
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- Institute of Agricultural and Nutritional Sciences, Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg, Halle, Germany
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- Institute of Agricultural and Nutritional Sciences, Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg, Halle, Germany
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- Department of Internal Medicine II, Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg, Halle, Germany
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- Institute of Agricultural and Nutritional Sciences, Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg, Halle, Germany
- Competence Cluster of Cardiovascular Health and Nutrition (nutriCARD), Halle-Jena-Leipzig, Germany
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Oğuzman H, Kaçmaz M. The role of pentraxin 3 and oxidative status in the prognosis of multiple myeloma. J Investig Med 2024; 72:333-340. [PMID: 38373952 DOI: 10.1177/10815589241235662] [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] [Indexed: 02/21/2024]
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Multiple myeloma (MM) is a bone marrow malignancy characterized by plasma cell proliferation. It was aimed to investigate pentraxin 3 (PTX3) levels, oxidative/antioxidative status, and their correlation in MM. In the study, four groups were established, including newly diagnosed MM (NDMM), MM in remission (Rem-MM), relapsed/refractory MM (RRMM) patients, and a healthy control group. PTX3 levels were measured using enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay, and the total antioxidant status (TAS) and total oxidant status (TOS) were assessed with an autoanalyzer. The oxidative stress index (OSI) was calculated using the formula: OSI (arbitrary unit) = TOS (µmol H2O2 Eq/L)/TAS (mmol Trolox Eq/L) × 100. The study involved comparing PTX3, TAS, TOS, and OSI levels among these four groups. PTX3 levels were significantly elevated in NDMM and RRMM groups compared to controls and the Rem-MM group (NDMM vs control; p < 0.001, NDMM vs Rem-MM; p < 0.001, RRMM vs control; p < 0.001, and RRMM vs Rem-MM; p = 0.006). TAS was higher in NDMM and RRMM groups versus controls (p = 0.009 and p < 0.001, respectively), and TOS was higher in rem-MM group versus NDMM and control groups (p < 0.001 and p = 0.016, respectively). OSI was higher in the Rem-MM group than in NDMM and RRMM groups (p < 0.001 and p = 0.009, respectively). Multivariate analysis confirmed associations between MM groups and PTX3 levels. Receiver operating characteristic analysis revealed high specificity (90%) and sensitivity (79%) for PTX3 in NDMM at a >0.56 ng/mL cut-off value. This study suggests that PTX3 levels may have diagnostic and prognostic potential in MM and its relationship with oxidative stress requires further exploration.
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- Hamdi Oğuzman
- Department of Medical Biochemistry, Faculty of Medicine, Hatay Mustafa Kemal University, Hatay, Turkey
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- Department of Hematology, Diyarbakir Gazi Yasargil Training and Research Hospital, Diyarbakir, Turkey
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Osuna E, Baumgartner J, Wunderlin O, Emery S, Albermann M, Baumgartner N, Schmeck K, Walitza S, Strumberger M, Hersberger M, Zimmermann MB, Häberling I, Berger G, Herter-Aeberli I. Iron status in Swiss adolescents with paediatric major depressive disorder and healthy controls: a matched case-control study. Eur J Nutr 2024; 63:951-963. [PMID: 38265750 PMCID: PMC10948461 DOI: 10.1007/s00394-023-03313-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/03/2023] [Accepted: 12/18/2023] [Indexed: 01/25/2024]
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PURPOSE Depression is associated with low-grade systemic inflammation and impaired intestinal function, both of which may reduce dietary iron absorption. Low iron status has been associated with depression in adults and adolescents. In Swiss adolescents, we determined the associations between paediatric major depressive disorder (pMDD), inflammation, intestinal permeability and iron status. METHODS This is a matched case-control study in 95 adolescents with diagnosed pMDD and 95 healthy controls aged 13-17 years. We assessed depression severity using the Children's Depression Rating Scale-Revised. We measured iron status (serum ferritin (SF) and soluble transferrin receptor (sTfR)), inflammation (C-reactive protein (CRP) and alpha-1-acid-glycoprotein (AGP)), and intestinal permeability (intestinal fatty acid binding protein (I-FABP)). We assessed history of ID diagnosis and treatment with a self-reported questionnaire. RESULTS SF concentrations did not differ between adolescents with pMDD (median (IQR) SF: 31.2 (20.2, 57.0) μg/L) and controls (32.5 (22.6, 48.3) μg/L, p = 0.4). sTfR was lower among cases than controls (4.50 (4.00, 5.50) mg/L vs 5.20 (4.75, 6.10) mg/L, p < 0.001). CRP, AGP and I-FABP were higher among cases than controls (CRP: 0.16 (0.03, 0.43) mg/L vs 0.04 (0.02, 0.30) mg/L, p = 0.003; AGP: 0.57 (0.44, 0.70) g/L vs 0.52 (0.41, 0.67) g/L, p = 0.024); I-FABP: 307 (17, 515) pg/mL vs 232 (163, 357) pg/mL, p = 0.047). Of cases, 44% reported having a history of ID diagnosis compared to 26% among controls (p = 0.020). Finally, 28% of cases had iron treatment at/close to study inclusion compared to 14% among controls. CONCLUSION Cases had significantly higher systemic inflammation and intestinal permeability than controls but did not have lower iron status. Whether this is related to the higher rate of ID diagnosis and iron treatment in adolescents with depression is uncertain.
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- Ester Osuna
- Laboratory of Human Nutrition, Institute of Food, Nutrition and Health, ETH Zürich, Zurich, Switzerland
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- Laboratory of Human Nutrition, Institute of Food, Nutrition and Health, ETH Zürich, Zurich, Switzerland
- Department of Nutritional Sciences, King's College London, London, UK
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- Laboratory of Human Nutrition, Institute of Food, Nutrition and Health, ETH Zürich, Zurich, Switzerland
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- Department of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and Psychotherapy, Psychiatric Hospital, University of Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland
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- Department of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and Psychotherapy, Psychiatric Hospital, University of Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland
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- Department of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and Psychotherapy, Psychiatric Hospital, University of Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland
- Psychiatry St. Gallen, Wil SG, Switzerland
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- Department of Clinical Research, Medical Faculty, University of Basel, Basel, Switzerland
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- Department of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and Psychotherapy, Psychiatric Hospital, University of Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland
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- Research Department of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Psychiatric University Hospitals Basel, University of Basel, Basel, Switzerland
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- Division of Clinical Chemistry and Biochemistry, University Children's Hospital Zurich, University of Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland
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- Laboratory of Human Nutrition, Institute of Food, Nutrition and Health, ETH Zürich, Zurich, Switzerland
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- Department of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and Psychotherapy, Psychiatric Hospital, University of Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland
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- Department of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and Psychotherapy, Psychiatric Hospital, University of Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland
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- Laboratory of Human Nutrition, Institute of Food, Nutrition and Health, ETH Zürich, Zurich, Switzerland.
- Laboratory of Nutrition and Metabolic Epigenetics, Institute of Food, Nutrition, and Health, ETH Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland.
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Xi Y, Mao Y, Zhu W, Xi P, Huang F, Tan H, Liao X, Zhou L. IL-6 is a predictor and potential therapeutic target for coronavirus disease 2019-related heart failure: A single-center retrospective study. Cytokine 2024; 176:156514. [PMID: 38277928 DOI: 10.1016/j.cyto.2024.156514] [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: 05/25/2023] [Revised: 01/13/2024] [Accepted: 01/17/2024] [Indexed: 01/28/2024]
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BACKGROUND Inflammation is linked to coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19)-related heart failure (HF), but the specific mechanisms are unclear. This study aimed to assess the relationship between specific inflammatory factors, such as interleukin (IL)-1β, IL-2, IL-4, IL-5, IL-6, IL-8, IL-10, IL-12, IL-17, interferon (IFN)-α, and IFN-γ, and COVID-19-related HF. METHODS We retrospectively identified 212 adult patients with COVID-19 who were hospitalized at Shanghai Public Health Center from March 1 to May 30, 2022 (including 80 patients with HF and 132 without HF). High-sensitivity C-reactive protein (hs-CRP), procalcitonin (PCT), and inflammatory factors, including IL-1β, IL-2, IL-4, IL-5, IL-6, IL-8, IL-10, IL-12, IL-17, IFN-α, and IFN-γ, were compared between patients with COVID-19 with and without HF. RESULTS Patients with COVID-19 having and not having HF differed with regard to sex, age, hs-CRP, PCT, and IL-6 levels (p < 0.05). Logistic regression analysis indicated a significant positive association between IL and 6 and HF (odds ratio = 1.055; 95 % confidence interval: 1.019-1.093, p < 0.005). Sex, age, and hs-CRP were also associated with HF. Women had a greater risk of HF than men. Older age, higher levels of hs-CRP, and IL-6 were associated with a greater risk of HF. CONCLUSIONS In patients with COVID-19, increased IL-6 levels are significantly associated with COVID-19-related HF.
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- Yan Xi
- Department of General Practice, Tongji Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai 20065, China
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- Department of Cardiology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji University, Shanghai 20065, China
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- General Hospital of Eastern Theater Command, Nanjing City, Jiangsu Province 210000, China
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- Department of Cardiology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji University, Shanghai 20065, China
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- Department of Cardiology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji University, Shanghai 20065, China
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- Department of Cardiology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji University, Shanghai 20065, China
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- Department of Cardiology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji University, Shanghai 20065, China
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- Department of Cardiology, Tongji Hospital, Tongji University, Shanghai 20065, China.
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Doustmohammadian A, Amirkalali B, Esfandyari S, Motamed N, Maadi M, Shivappa N, Gholizadeh E, Hébert JR, Zamani F. The association between dietary inflammatory index (DII) scores and c-reactive protein (CRP) and nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) in a general population cohort. Clin Nutr ESPEN 2024; 60:156-164. [PMID: 38479904 DOI: 10.1016/j.clnesp.2024.01.017] [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] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/10/2023] [Revised: 11/29/2023] [Accepted: 01/16/2024] [Indexed: 04/13/2024]
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BACKGROUND AND AIMS Although there is extensive literature showing the ability of the dietary inflammation index (DII®) to predict concentrations of plasma inflammatory markers, few studies are testing the association between DII scores and nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). Considering the high prevalence of NAFLD and its complications, we conducted a validation study of DII scores and examined its association with NAFLD in the general adult population of Iran. METHODS This cross-sectional study was conducted on 3110 adult participants in the Amol Cohort Study (AmolCS) who underwent abdominal ultrasonography to diagnose NAFLD. DII and energy-adjusted DII (E-DII™) scores were computed using data from a valid semi-quantitative 168-item food frequency questionnaire (FFQ). Multivariable logistic regression adjusting for socio-demographic, lifestyle, and health-related factors was used to assess association. RESULTS The EDII was associated with CRP inflammatory biomarker. Participants in the highest, i.e., most pro-inflammatory tertile had the highest odds of NAFLD by ultrasound in all models [fully adjusted model: OR (95 % CI) tertile3vs.1:1.54 (1.05-2.05); Ptrend = 0.04, and 1.63 (1.19-2.21); Ptrend = 0.03 in women and men, respectively]. The highest tertile had the highest OR for NAFLD by fatty liver index (FLI) only in men [fully adjusted model OR (95 % CI) tertile3vs.1: 1.77 (1.15-2.71); Ptrend = 0.01]. Similar results were also obtained for NAFLD by hepatic steatosis index (HSI) in women [fully adjusted model: OR (95 % CI) tertile3vs.1: 1.70 (1.12-2.58); Ptrend = 0.03]. The results of the fully adjusted multivariable model of liver markers and NAFLD status, stratified by gender and abdominal obesity, revealed that the highest tertiles had the highest OR for NAFLD by ultrasound and NAFLD by FLI only in men without abdominal obesity [fully adjusted model: OR (95 % CI) tertile3vs.1: 1.83 (1.17-2.84); Ptrend = 0.03, and, respectively]. NAFLD by FLI tended to increase strongly with tertile E-DII scores in men without abdominal obesity in crude and three adjusted models [full-adjusted model: OR (95 % CI) tertile3vs.1: 3.64 (1.56-8.46); Ptrend = 0.005]. By contrast, women with abdominal obesity in the highest tertile had the highest OR for NAFLD by ultrasound in all models [full-adjusted model: OR (95 % CI) tertile3vs.1: 1.67 (1.07-2.62); Ptrend = 0.02]. CONCLUSIONS Our results suggest that diet plays a role in regulating inflammation. Additionally, we observed an inflammatory diet predicts the risk of NAFLD in Iranian adults. However, longitudinal studies are required in order to further substantiate the utility of the DII in the development of more effective dietary interventions among populations at risk of chronic disease.
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- Azam Doustmohammadian
- Gastrointestinal and Liver Diseases Research Center, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Gastrointestinal and Liver Diseases Research Center, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Gastrointestinal and Liver Diseases Research Center, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Social Medicine, Zanjan University of Medical Sciences, Zanjan, Iran
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- Gastrointestinal and Liver Diseases Research Center, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Cancer Prevention & Control Program, University of South Carolina, Columbia, SC 29208, USA; Department of Epidemiology & Biostatistics, University of South Carolina, Columbia, SC 29208, USA
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- Gastrointestinal and Liver Diseases Research Center, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Cancer Prevention & Control Program, University of South Carolina, Columbia, SC 29208, USA; Department of Epidemiology & Biostatistics, University of South Carolina, Columbia, SC 29208, USA; Department of Nutrition, Connecting Health Innovations LLC (CHI), Columbia, SC 29201, USA
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- Gastrointestinal and Liver Diseases Research Center, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
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Özer E, Yilmaz HE, Narin F, Sağlam M. The evaluation of salivary leucine-rich alpha-2 glycoprotein (LRG) and C-reactive protein (CRP) in humans with periodontal health or periodontal disease. J Periodontal Res 2024; 59:387-394. [PMID: 38126217 DOI: 10.1111/jre.13223] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/17/2023] [Revised: 11/29/2023] [Accepted: 12/01/2023] [Indexed: 12/23/2023]
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OBJECTIVE The purpose of the present research is to evaluate the salivary levels of leucine-rich alpha-2 glycoprotein (LRG) and C-reactive protein (CRP) in periodontal health and disease (gingivitis and stage III periodontitis) and also to compare the discriminative efficiencies of both biomarkers in periodontal disease. BACKGROUND LRG is a new acute-phase protein whose functions are still being investigated. LRG and CRP are both biomarkers that are increased by inflammation. No clinical study has yet investigated the comparison of the level of LRG and CRP in periodontal health, gingivitis and periodontitis in saliva samples. METHODS A total of 60 individuals, including 20 periodontally healthy (control group/group C), 20 with gingivitis (group G), and 20 with Stage III periodontitis (group P), who were systemically healthy and non-smokers, participated in this study. Periodontal charts were used for recording clinical periodontal parameters and saliva LRG and CRP levels were measured by ELISA. Analyzing the area under the curve (AUC) was performed by the receiver-operating characteristics curve. RESULTS Salivary levels of LRG and CRP were significantly higher in disease groups than in group C (p < .05). Positive statistically significant correlations were observed between both biomarkers and clinical parameters (p < .05). There was also a strong positive correlation between two biomarkers (p < .05). In distinguishing periodontal disease from periodontal health, LRG (AUC = 0.833) and CRP (AUC = 0.826) were found to have similar accuracy (p = .923). CONCLUSION LRG and CRP may be useful and similarly effective biomarkers in the diagnosis of periodontal diseases based on the findings of this study.
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- Ece Özer
- Department of Periodontology, Faculty of Dentistry, Izmir Katip Celebi University, Izmir, Turkey
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- Department of Medical Biochemistry, School of Medicine, Izmir Katip Celebi University, Izmir, Turkey
- Izmir Biomedicine Genome Center, Dokuz Eylul University, Izmir, Turkey
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- Department of Medical Biochemistry, School of Medicine, Izmir Katip Celebi University, Izmir, Turkey
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- Department of Periodontology, Faculty of Dentistry, Izmir Katip Celebi University, Izmir, Turkey
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Zhang F, Xu J, Wang XX, Cheng YQ, Chen W. [Magnetic resonance imaging T 2 mapping could reflect disease status in patients with dermatomyositis or polymyositis]. Zhonghua Nei Ke Za Zhi 2024; 63:401-405. [PMID: 38561286 DOI: 10.3760/cma.j.cn112138-20231014-00211] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 04/04/2024]
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This study aimed to explore the value of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) T2 mapping in the assessment of dermatomyositis (DM) and polymyositis (PM). Thirty-three confirmed cases (myosin group) and eight healthy volunteers (healthy control group) at the Department of Rheumatology and Immunology, the First Affiliated Hospital of Kunming Medical University, from October 2016 to December 2017, were collected and analyzed. Multiple parameters of the myosin group were quantified, including creatine kinase (CK), erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR), C-reactive protein (CRP), complement C3, and complement C4. Disease status was evaluated using a panel of tools: myositis disease activity assessment tool-muscle (MDAAT-muscle), myositis disease activity assessment tool-whole (MDAAT-all), health assessment questionnaire (HAQ), medical outcomes study health survey short form-36 item (SF-36), hand muscle strength test (MMT-8) score, and MRI T2 mapping of muscle (22 muscles in the pelvis and thighs) T2 values. The results showed that in the myositis group, the measurements for CK, ESR, CRP, complement C3, and complement C4 were 457.2 (165.6, 1 229.2) IU/L, 20 (10, 42) mm/1h, 3.25 (2.38, 10.07) mg/L, 0.90 (0.83, 1.06) g/L, and 0.18 (0.14, 0.23) g/L, respectively. The scores for MMT-8, MDAAT-muscle, MDAAT-all, HAQ, and SF-36 were 57.12±16.23, 5.34 (4.00, 6.00), 34.63±12.62, 1.55 (0.66, 2.59), and 44.66±7.98, respectively. T2 values were significantly higher in all 22 muscles of the pelvis and thighs of patients with DM or PM compared with the healthy controls [(54.99±11.60)ms vs. (36.62±1.66)ms, P<0.001], with the most severe lesions in the satrorius, iliopsoas, piriformis, gluteus minimus, and gluteus medius muscles. The total muscle T2 value in the myositis group was positively correlated with CK, MDAAT-muscle, MDAAT-all, and HAQ (r=0.461, 0.506, 0.347, and 0.510, respectively, all P<0.05). There was a negative correlation between complement C4, SF-36, and MMT-8 scores (r=-0.424, -0.549, and -0.686, respectively, all P<0.05). Collectively, the findings from this study suggest that MRI T2 mapping can objectively reflect the disease status of DM and PM.
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- F Zhang
- Department of Rheumatology and Immunology, First Affiliated Hospital of Kunming Medical University, Kunming 650032, China
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- Department of Rheumatology and Immunology, First Affiliated Hospital of Kunming Medical University, Kunming 650032, China
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- Yunnan Provincial Clinical Medicine Research Center of Rheumatism in Traditional Chinese Medicine,Yunnan Provincial Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine,Kunming 650021, China
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- Department of Psychiatry, First Affiliated Hospital of Kunming Medical University, Kunming 650032, China
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- Department of Medical Imaging, First Affiliated Hospital of Kunming Medical University, Kunming 650032, China
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Zamani B, Taghvaee F, Akbari H, Mohtashamian A, Sharifi N. Effects of Selenium Supplementation on the Indices of Disease Activity, Inflammation and Oxidative Stress in Patients with Rheumatoid Arthritis: a Randomized Clinical Trial. Biol Trace Elem Res 2024; 202:1457-1467. [PMID: 37477848 DOI: 10.1007/s12011-023-03782-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/05/2023] [Accepted: 07/14/2023] [Indexed: 07/22/2023]
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The aim of study was to evaluate the effect of selenium supplementation on disease activity, inflammation, and oxidative stress in patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA). This study was a randomized double-blind placebo-controlled trial on 59 patients with RA. Participants were randomly divided to receive 200 μg/day of selenium or a placebo for 12 weeks. The disease activity score (DAS.CRP and DAS.ESR), erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR), serum levels of C-reactive protein (CRP), fasting blood glucose, lipids, antibodies to cyclic citrullinated protein (anti-CCP), nitric oxide, glutathione, and total antioxidant capacity were assessed. The mean of DAS.CRP and DAS.ESR decreased significantly within both study groups after the intervention. However, the between-group comparisons revealed no significant differences. The CRP levels decreased significantly in the selenium group, and this decrease was near the significance level compared to the placebo (P = 0.05). However, after adjusting for baseline values, the observed difference between groups did not remain significant. In addition, the values of ESR and anti-CCP decreased significantly within the selenium group. Although, between-group comparison did not statistically significant, the change in ESR and anti-CCP in the selenium group was small clinically relevant compared to the placebo [the effect size (95% CI) for ESR: 0.38 (- 0.14, 0.89), and for anti-CCP: 0.32 (- 0.2, 0.83)]. Our study showed that selenium caused a small clinically relevant improvement in some RA biomarkers such as ESR and anti-CCP. Future studies that evaluate the effects of novel forms of supplements such as selenium nanoparticles on the clinical symptoms and biomarkers of RA are suggested. Trial Registration: At www.irct.ir as IRCT20190924044869N1 on 2020-06-14.
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- Batool Zamani
- Autoimmune Diseases Research Center, Kashan University of Medical Sciences, Kashan, Iran
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Kashan University of Medical Sciences, Kashan, Iran
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- Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, School of Health, Kashan University of Medical Sciences, Kashan, Iran
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- Student Research Committee, Department of Nutrition, Faculty of Medicine, Kashan University of Medical Sciences, Kashan, Iran
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- Research Center for Biochemistry and Nutrition in Metabolic Diseases, Basic Science Research Institute, Kashan University of Medical Sciences, Kashan, Iran.
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Mackie M, Barton KI, Sokol-Randell D, Lanting B. The Use of Biomarkers to Quantify Clinical Response to Total Knee Arthroplasty Interventions: A Systematic Review. J Am Acad Orthop Surg Glob Res Rev 2024; 8:01979360-202404000-00005. [PMID: 38547046 PMCID: PMC10977533 DOI: 10.5435/jaaosglobal-d-23-00202] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/20/2023] [Revised: 01/30/2024] [Accepted: 02/06/2024] [Indexed: 04/02/2024]
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The primary objective of this review was to determine whether the attenuation of the postoperative inflammatory response (PIR) after total knee arthroplasty (TKA) leads to a notable improvement in clinical outcome scores. The secondary objective of this review was to determine the optimal approach in using inflammatory biomarkers, clinical inflammatory assessments, and imaging to quantify the PIR. A systematic literature search of eight major databases was conducted using a predetermined search strategy. C-reactive protein (CRP), interleukin-6 (IL-6), erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR), knee surface temperature (KST), and clinical outcome data were collected and graphically displayed. Eighty-six percent of the studies that reported a statistically significant decrease in inflammatory biomarkers in their treatment group demonstrated a concordant notable improvement in clinical outcome scores. Mean CRP, IL-6, ESR, and KST values peaked on postoperative day (POD) 2, POD1, POD7, and POD 1-3, respectively. The PIR is correlated with early pain and function recovery outcomes. Future studies comparing TKA surgical methodologies and perioperative protocols should assess PIR by incorporating inflammatory biomarkers, such as CRP and IL-6, and clinical inflammatory assessment adjuncts, to provide a more comprehensive comparison.
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- Mark Mackie
- From the Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry, Western University, London, ON, Canada (Mr. Mackie and Dr. Lanting); Orthopaedic Surgery, London Health Sciences Centre, London, ON, Canada (Dr. Barton and Dr. Lanting); School of Physical Therapy, Faculty of Health Sciences, Western University, London, ON, Canada (Dr. Barton); Department of Neurology, Memorial University, Newfoundland, Canada (Dr. Sokol-Randell); Rorabeck Bourne Joint Replacement Clinic, London Health Sciences Centre, Western University, London, ON, Canada (Dr. Lanting)
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- From the Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry, Western University, London, ON, Canada (Mr. Mackie and Dr. Lanting); Orthopaedic Surgery, London Health Sciences Centre, London, ON, Canada (Dr. Barton and Dr. Lanting); School of Physical Therapy, Faculty of Health Sciences, Western University, London, ON, Canada (Dr. Barton); Department of Neurology, Memorial University, Newfoundland, Canada (Dr. Sokol-Randell); Rorabeck Bourne Joint Replacement Clinic, London Health Sciences Centre, Western University, London, ON, Canada (Dr. Lanting)
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- From the Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry, Western University, London, ON, Canada (Mr. Mackie and Dr. Lanting); Orthopaedic Surgery, London Health Sciences Centre, London, ON, Canada (Dr. Barton and Dr. Lanting); School of Physical Therapy, Faculty of Health Sciences, Western University, London, ON, Canada (Dr. Barton); Department of Neurology, Memorial University, Newfoundland, Canada (Dr. Sokol-Randell); Rorabeck Bourne Joint Replacement Clinic, London Health Sciences Centre, Western University, London, ON, Canada (Dr. Lanting)
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- From the Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry, Western University, London, ON, Canada (Mr. Mackie and Dr. Lanting); Orthopaedic Surgery, London Health Sciences Centre, London, ON, Canada (Dr. Barton and Dr. Lanting); School of Physical Therapy, Faculty of Health Sciences, Western University, London, ON, Canada (Dr. Barton); Department of Neurology, Memorial University, Newfoundland, Canada (Dr. Sokol-Randell); Rorabeck Bourne Joint Replacement Clinic, London Health Sciences Centre, Western University, London, ON, Canada (Dr. Lanting)
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Li B, Yang X, Liu F, Huang H, Zhang B, Li X, Lu Q, Liu P, Fan L. Effect of Perineural or Intravenous Betamethasone on Femoral Nerve Block Outcomes in Knee Arthroplasty: A Randomized, Controlled Study. Orthop Surg 2024; 16:873-881. [PMID: 38384178 PMCID: PMC10984829 DOI: 10.1111/os.14018] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/12/2023] [Revised: 01/23/2024] [Accepted: 01/27/2024] [Indexed: 02/23/2024] Open
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OBJECTIVES Despite the use of multimodal analgesia, patients undergoing knee arthroplasty still encounter residual moderate pain. The addition of betamethasone to local anesthetic has been shown to improve postoperative pain. However, it remains uncertain whether the positive effects of perineural or intravenous administration of betamethasone on analgesia outcomes lead to better early mobility and postoperative recovery. METHODS Between June 2022 and February 2023, a total of 159 patients who were undergoing knee arthroplasty were included in this study. These patients were allocated randomly into three groups: (i) the NS group, received ropivacaine 0.375% and intravenous 3mL 0.9% normal saline; (ii) the PNB group, received ropivacaine 0.375% plus perineural betamethasone (12mg) 3mL and intravenous 3mL 0.9% normal saline; and (iii) the IVB group, received ropivacaine 0.375% and intravenous betamethasone (12mg) 3mL. RESULTS Both perineural and intravenous administration of betamethasone led to improved median (IQR) numeric rating scale (NRS) scores on the 6-meter walk test, with a score of 1.0 (1.0-2.0) for both groups, compared with 2.0 (1.0-2.0) for the NS group (p = 0.003). Compared to the NS group, both the PNB and IVB groups showed significant reductions in NRS scores at 24 and 36 h after surgery, along with a significant increase in ROM at 24, 36, and 48 h post-operation. Additionally, it exhibited lower levels of cytokine IL-1β and TNF-α in fluid samples, as well as lower level of HS-CRP in blood samples in the PNB and IVB groups compared to the NS group. CONCLUSION The administration of perineural and intravenous betamethasone demonstrated an enhanced analgesic effect following knee arthroplasty. Furthermore, it was associated with reduced levels of IL-1β, TNF-α, and HS-CRP, as well as enhanced knee ROM, which is conducive to early ambulation and postoperative rehabilitation after knee arthroplasty.
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- Binglong Li
- Department of OrthopedicsQilu Hospital of Shandong UniversityJinanChina
- Shandong University Cheeloo College of MedicineJinanChina
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- Shandong University Cheeloo College of MedicineJinanChina
- Department of Anaesthesiology, Qilu HospitalShandong UniversityJinanChina
- Department of Cardiology, the Key Laboratory of Cardiovascular Remodeling and Function Research, Chinese Ministry of Education, Chinese National Health Commission and Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, the State and Shandong Province Joint Key Laboratory of Translational Cardiovascular MedicineQilu Hospital of Shandong UniversityJinanChina
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- Shandong University Cheeloo College of MedicineJinanChina
- Department of Anaesthesiology, Qilu HospitalShandong UniversityJinanChina
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- Institute for In Vitro SciencesGaithersburgMDUSA
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- Department of OrthopedicsQilu Hospital of Shandong UniversityJinanChina
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- Department of OrthopedicsQilu Hospital of Shandong UniversityJinanChina
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- Department of OrthopedicsQilu Hospital of Shandong UniversityJinanChina
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- Department of OrthopedicsQilu Hospital of Shandong UniversityJinanChina
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- Department of Anaesthesiology, Qilu HospitalShandong UniversityJinanChina
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Steckiewicz KP, Wujtewicz MA, Okrągły M, Aszkiełowicz A, Dąbrowska M, Owczuk R. Clinical usefulness of a host signature based on TRAIL, IP10, and CRP (MeMed BV) as infection biomarkers in intensive care units' patients. A retrospective observational study. Clin Biochem 2024; 126:110748. [PMID: 38490312 DOI: 10.1016/j.clinbiochem.2024.110748] [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: 10/24/2023] [Revised: 03/10/2024] [Accepted: 03/11/2024] [Indexed: 03/17/2024]
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INTRODUCTION Infection complications are common in intensive care unit patients, and early detection remains a diagnostic challenge. Procalcitonin (PCT) and C-reactive protein (CRP) are commonly used biomarkers. A novel diagnostic approach focuses on the host immune response. One of the approaches, the MMBV index, is based on measuring in a blood sample three parameters: (i) tumor necrosis factor-related apoptosis-inducing ligand (TRAIL), (ii) interferon-γ-induced protein-10 (IP10), and (iii) CRP. This study aimed to evaluate the usefulness of MMBV as an infection biomarker in an ICU cohort. PATIENTS AND METHODS Forty-six patients treated in the University Clinical Center in Gdansk ICU were enrolled in the study, and their clinical data were retrospectively analyzed. In total, 91 MMBV results were analyzed. RESULTS Most of the patients had high MMBV values, suggesting bacterial etiology. A weak correlation between PCT and MMBV was observed, and no correlation between parameter changes was noted. There was a correlation between CRP/MMBV and between changes in CRP / changes in MMBV. CONCLUSION It seems that MMBV is not valuable for ICU patients neither in diagnosing nor monitoring infection. Higher MMBV values may predict unfavorable treatment outcomes.
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- Karol P Steckiewicz
- Department of Anesthesiology and Intensive Therapy, Faculty of Medicine, Medical University of Gdańsk, Gdańsk, Poland.
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Intensive Therapy, Faculty of Medicine, Medical University of Gdańsk, Gdańsk, Poland
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Intensive Therapy, Faculty of Medicine, Medical University of Gdańsk, Gdańsk, Poland
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Intensive Therapy, Faculty of Medicine, Medical University of Gdańsk, Gdańsk, Poland
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Intensive Therapy, Faculty of Medicine, Medical University of Gdańsk, Gdańsk, Poland
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Mohammad IJ, Kashanian S, Rafipour R, Aljwaid H, Hashemi S. Evaluation of the relationship of cytokines concentrations tumor necrosis factor-alpha, interleukin-6, and C-reactive protein in obese diabetics and obese non-diabetics: A comparative study. Biotechnol Appl Biochem 2024; 71:272-279. [PMID: 38054266 DOI: 10.1002/bab.2539] [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: 09/05/2023] [Accepted: 11/12/2023] [Indexed: 12/07/2023]
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Obesity has been linked to a low-grade inflammatory process in the white adipose tissue. Our study aims to detect the relationship between cytokine levels of tumor necrosis factor-alpha (TNF-α), interleukin-6 (IL-6), and C-reactive protein (CRP) in obese diabetics, compared to obese non-diabetics, Iraqi individuals. Ninety Iraqi adults, 45 type 2 diabetic and 45 non-diabetic obese, were selected as controls. Serum levels of TNF-α, IL-6, CRP, homeostatic model assessment for homeostasis model assessment of insulin resistance (HOMA-IR), body fat, and body mass index (BMI) were measured. The concentration of TNF-α, IL-6, and CRP were significantly greater in the obese diabetics, compared to the obese non-diabetics. BMI was significantly positively correlated with the concentration of TNF-α, IL-6, and CRP in the two groups. At the same time, HOMA-IR was non-significantly positively associated with them in obese diabetics. In contrast, the correlation was significantly positive between HOMA-IR with TNF-a, IL-6, and CRP in the obese non-diabetics group. Obese diabetics have more inflammation than obese non-diabetics as evidenced by the former's higher levels of TNF-α and IL-6. Obesity-related imbalances disrupt metabolic processes and increase CRP, TNF-, and IL-6 levels. Therefore, IR is promoted by the increase of cytokines.
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- Faculty of Chemistry, Razi University, Kermanshah, Iran
- Nanobiotechnology Department, Faculty of Innovative Science and Technology, Razi University, Kermanshah, Iran
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- Department of Chemistry, Kermanshah Branch, Islamic Azad University, Kermanshah, Iran
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- National University for Science and Technology, Thi-Qar, Iraq
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- Department of Animal Sciences, Faculty of Agricultural Science and Engineering, College of Agriculture & Natural Resources, University of Tehran, Karaj, Iran
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Papassotiriou I, Riza E, Benetou V, Orfanos P. Mediterranean diet and a health behavior index in relation to cardiovascular biomarkers: Data from the Health and Retirement Study. Nutr Metab Cardiovasc Dis 2024; 34:925-934. [PMID: 38355386 DOI: 10.1016/j.numecd.2024.01.004] [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] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/20/2023] [Revised: 11/27/2023] [Accepted: 01/03/2024] [Indexed: 02/16/2024]
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BACKGROUND AND AIM Although lifestyle factors have been repeatedly examined for their role on cardiovascular diseases, their composite effect has not been frequently explored. We aimed to investigate the relation of dietary patterns (DPs) and a health behavior index (HBI) with cardiovascular biomarkers. METHODS AND RESULTS A cross-sectional analysis with data from 3461 US residents, participants in the Health and Retirement Study (HRS), was performed. Nutritional data were obtained with a food frequency questionnaire, while adherence to Mediterranean Diet (MD) was determined by the Mediterranean Diet Score. A posteriori DPs were estimated using principal component analysis and the HBI was constructed combining adherence to MD, smoking status, physical activity levels, alcohol consumption and body mass index. Multiple linear regression models were performed to examine the relation between DPs or HBI and levels of C-reactive protein (CRP), glycosylated hemoglobin (HbA1C), cystatin C (Cys C), total cholesterol (TC), high density lipoprotein (HDL) and TC:HDL in blood. Multiple linear regression showed that the "healthy" DP and the MD had a significant negative association with CRP and Cys C (p < 0.05), while the "Western-type" DP had a significant positive association with TC:HDL ratio, CRP and Cys C. Moreover, the HBI was positively associated with HDL (p < 0.05) and negatively associated with TC:HDL ratio, CRP and Cys C (p < 0.05). CONCLUSIONS Adherence to MD and to a healthy dietary pattern was negatively associated with biomarkers of inflammation, while the HBI was associated with a better cardiometabolic profile, assessed with blood biomarkers.
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- Ionas Papassotiriou
- Department of Hygiene, Epidemiology and Medical Statistics, School of Medicine, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Athens, Greece.
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- Department of Hygiene, Epidemiology and Medical Statistics, School of Medicine, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Athens, Greece
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- Department of Hygiene, Epidemiology and Medical Statistics, School of Medicine, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Athens, Greece
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- Department of Hygiene, Epidemiology and Medical Statistics, School of Medicine, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Athens, Greece
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Xu X, Zhu H, Wang H, Zhu X, Liu L, Zhang F, Zhou H, Zhu M, Dai L, Cai L. Inflammatory risk of albumin combined with C-reactive protein predicts long-term cardiovascular risk in patients with diabetes. Aging (Albany NY) 2024; 16:6348-6363. [PMID: 38555533 DOI: 10.18632/aging.205709] [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: 09/29/2023] [Accepted: 03/03/2024] [Indexed: 04/02/2024]
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AIMS The purpose of this study was to evaluate the predictive value of inflammatory risk as defined by the Glasgow Prognostic Score (GPS) for cardiovascular death in patients with diabetes. METHODS This study included 4956 patients (≥18 years old) with diabetes in the National Health and Nutrition Survey from 1999 to 2010. The mortality rate was determined by the correlation with the national death index on December 31, 2019. The GPS was composed of the serum C-reactive protein and the albumin. The primary outcome was cardiovascular death and the secondary outcome was all-cause death. The Cox proportional risk model adjusted for demographic factors and traditional cardiovascular risk factors was used to analyze the cumulative risk of outcomes. RESULTS Among 4956 diabetes patients with a median follow-up of 10.9 years, 601 cardiovascular deaths and 2187 all-cause deaths were recorded. After adequate model adjustment, compared with the low GPS group, the high GPS group (HR, 1.257 (1.007-1.570), P = 0.043) had a higher cardiovascular mortality. Compared with the low GPS group, the all-cause mortality of the high GPS group (HR, 1.394 (1.245-1.560), P < 0.001) was higher. The results of subgroup analyses were similar with that of the overall cohort. CONCLUSIONS The inflammatory risk as defined by the GPS was closely related to the increased risk of cardiovascular and all-cause death in patients with diabetes. It may be a convenient and efficient clinical practical risk assessment tool for patients with diabetes.
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- Xiaoqun Xu
- Centre of Laboratory Medicine, Hangzhou Red Cross Hospital, Zhejiang, China
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- Department of Cardiology, Hangzhou TCM Hospital Affiliated to Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China
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- The Fourth School of Clinical Medicine, Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China
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- Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China
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- Centre of Laboratory Medicine, Hangzhou Red Cross Hospital, Zhejiang, China
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- Centre of Laboratory Medicine, Hangzhou Red Cross Hospital, Zhejiang, China
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- Centre of Laboratory Medicine, Hangzhou Red Cross Hospital, Zhejiang, China
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- Centre of Laboratory Medicine, Hangzhou Red Cross Hospital, Zhejiang, China
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- Centre of Laboratory Medicine, Hangzhou Red Cross Hospital, Zhejiang, China
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- Centre of Laboratory Medicine, Hangzhou Red Cross Hospital, Zhejiang, China
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Tachibana A, Iga JI, Ozaki T, Yoshida T, Yoshino Y, Shimizu H, Mori T, Furuta Y, Shibata M, Ohara T, Hata J, Taki Y, Mikami T, Maeda T, Ono K, Mimura M, Nakashima K, Takebayashi M, Ninomiya T, Ueno SI. Serum high-sensitivity C-reactive protein and dementia in a community-dwelling Japanese older population (JPSC-AD). Sci Rep 2024; 14:7374. [PMID: 38548879 PMCID: PMC10978957 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-024-57922-1] [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: 11/28/2023] [Accepted: 03/22/2024] [Indexed: 04/01/2024] Open
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In recent years, the association between neuroinflammatory markers and dementia, especially Alzheimer's disease (AD), has attracted much attention. However, the evidence for the relationship between serum-hs-CRP and dementia including AD are inconsistent. Therefore, the relationships of serum high-sensitivity CRP (hs-CRP) with dementia including AD and with regions of interest of brain MRI were investigated. A total of 11,957 community residents aged 65 years or older were recruited in eight sites in Japan (JPSC-AD Study). After applying exclusion criteria, 10,085 participants who underwent blood tests and health-related examinations were analyzed. Then, serum hs-CRP levels were classified according to clinical cutoff values, and odds ratios for the presence of all-cause dementia and its subtypes were calculated for each serum hs-CRP level. In addition, the association between serum hs-CRP and brain volume regions of interest was also examined using analysis of covariance with data from 8614 individuals in the same cohort who underwent brain MRI. After multivariable adjustment, the odds ratios (ORs) for all-cause dementia were 1.04 (95% confidence interval [CI] 0.76-1.43), 1.68 (95%CI 1.08-2.61), and 1.51 (95%CI 1.08-2.11) for 1.0-1.9 mg/L, 2.0-2.9 mg/L, and ≥ 3.0 mg/L, respectively, compared to < 1.0 mg/L, and those for AD were 0.72 (95%CI 0.48-1.08), 1.76 (95%CI 1.08-2.89), and 1.61 (95%CI 1.11-2.35), for 1.0-1.9 mg/L, 2.0-2.9 mg/L, and ≥ 3.0 mg/L, respectively, compared to < 1.0 mg/L. Multivariable-adjusted ORs for all-cause dementia and for AD prevalence increased significantly with increasing serum hs-CRP levels (p for trend < 0.001 and p = 0.001, respectively). In addition, the multivariable-adjusted temporal cortex volume/estimated total intracranial volume ratio decreased significantly with increasing serum hs-CRP levels (< 1.0 mg/L 4.28%, 1.0-1.9 mg/L 4.27%, 2.0-2.9 mg/L 4.29%, ≥ 3.0 mg/L 4.21%; p for trend = 0.004). This study's results suggest that elevated serum hs-CRP levels are associated with greater risk of presence of dementia, especially AD, and of temporal cortex atrophy in a community-dwelling Japanese older population.
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- Ayumi Tachibana
- Department of Neuropsychiatry, Neuroscience, Ehime University Graduate School of Medicine, Shitsukawa, Toon City, Ehime, 791-0295, Japan
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- Department of Neuropsychiatry, Neuroscience, Ehime University Graduate School of Medicine, Shitsukawa, Toon City, Ehime, 791-0295, Japan.
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- Department of Neuropsychiatry, Neuroscience, Ehime University Graduate School of Medicine, Shitsukawa, Toon City, Ehime, 791-0295, Japan
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- Department of Neuropsychiatry, Matsukaze Hospital, Shikokuchuo, Ehime, Japan
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- Department of Neuropsychiatry, Neuroscience, Ehime University Graduate School of Medicine, Shitsukawa, Toon City, Ehime, 791-0295, Japan
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- Department of Psychiatry, Heisei Hospital, Ozu, Ehime, Japan
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- Department of Neuropsychiatry, Neuroscience, Ehime University Graduate School of Medicine, Shitsukawa, Toon City, Ehime, 791-0295, Japan
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- Department of Epidemiology and Public Health, Graduate School of Medical Sciences, Kyushu University, Fukuoka, Japan
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- Department of Epidemiology and Public Health, Graduate School of Medical Sciences, Kyushu University, Fukuoka, Japan
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- Department of Neuropsychiatry, Graduate School of Medical Sciences, Kyushu University, Fukuoka, Japan
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- Department of Epidemiology and Public Health, Graduate School of Medical Sciences, Kyushu University, Fukuoka, Japan
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- Department of Aging Research and Geriatric Medicine, Institute of Development, Aging and Cancer, Tohoku University, Sendai, Japan
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- Department of Preemptive Medicine, Graduate School of Medicine, Hirosaki University, Hirosaki, Japan
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- Division of Neurology and Gerontology, Department of Internal Medicine, School of Medicine, Iwate Medical University, Morioka, Iwate, Japan
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- Department of Neurology, Kanazawa University Graduate School of Medical Sciences, Kanazawa University, Kanazawa, Japan
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- Center for Preventive Medicine, Keio University School of Medicine, Tokyo, Japan
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- National Hospital Organization, Matsue Medical Center, Matsue, Shimane, Japan
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- Department of Neuropsychiatry, Faculty of Life Sciences, Kumamoto University, Kumamoto, Japan
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- Department of Epidemiology and Public Health, Graduate School of Medical Sciences, Kyushu University, Fukuoka, Japan
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- Department of Neuropsychiatry, Neuroscience, Ehime University Graduate School of Medicine, Shitsukawa, Toon City, Ehime, 791-0295, Japan
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Xu D, Zhang AL, Zheng JS, Ye MW, Li F, Qian GC, Shi HB, Jin XH, Huang LP, Mei JG, Mei GH, Xu Z, Fu H, Lin JJ, Ye HZ, Zheng Y, Hua LL, Yang M, Tong JM, Chen LL, Zhang YY, Yang DH, Zhou YL, Li HW, Lan YL, Xu YL, Feng JY, Chen X, Gong M, Chen ZM, Wang YS. [A multicenter prospective study on early identification of refractory Mycoplasma pneumoniae pneumonia in children]. Zhonghua Er Ke Za Zhi 2024; 62:317-322. [PMID: 38527501 DOI: 10.3760/cma.j.cn112140-20231121-00383] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/27/2024]
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Objective: To explore potential predictors of refractory Mycoplasma pneumoniae pneumonia (RMPP) in early stage. Methods: The prospective multicenter study was conducted in Zhejiang, China from May 1st, 2019 to January 31st, 2020. A total of 1 428 patients with fever >48 hours to <120 hours were studied. Their clinical data and oral pharyngeal swab samples were collected; Mycoplasma pneumoniae DNA in pharyngeal swab specimens was detected. Patients with positive Mycoplasma pneumoniae DNA results underwent a series of tests, including chest X-ray, complete blood count, C-reactive protein, lactate dehydrogenase (LDH), and procalcitonin. According to the occurrence of RMPP, the patients were divided into two groups, RMPP group and general Mycoplasma pneumoniae pneumonia (GMPP) group. Measurement data between the 2 groups were compared using Mann-Whitney U test. Logistic regression analyses were used to examine the associations between clinical data and RMPP. Receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curves were used to analyse the power of the markers for predicting RMPP. Results: A total of 1 428 patients finished the study, with 801 boys and 627 girls, aged 4.3 (2.7, 6.3) years. Mycoplasma pneumoniae DNA was positive in 534 cases (37.4%), of whom 446 cases (83.5%) were diagnosed with Mycoplasma pneumoniae pneumonia, including 251 boys and 195 girls, aged 5.2 (3.3, 6.9) years. Macrolides-resistant variation was positive in 410 cases (91.9%). Fifty-five cases were with RMPP, 391 cases with GMPP. The peak body temperature before the first visit and LDH levels in RMPP patients were higher than that in GMPP patients (39.6 (39.1, 40.0) vs. 39.2 (38.9, 39.7) ℃, 333 (279, 392) vs. 311 (259, 359) U/L, both P<0.05). Logistic regression showed the prediction probability π=exp (-29.7+0.667×Peak body temperature (℃)+0.004×LDH (U/L))/(1+exp (-29.7+0.667×Peak body temperature (℃)+0.004 × LDH (U/L))), the cut-off value to predict RMPP was 0.12, with a consensus of probability forecast of 0.89, sensitivity of 0.89, and specificity of 0.67; and the area under ROC curve was 0.682 (95%CI 0.593-0.771, P<0.01). Conclusion: In MPP patients with fever over 48 to <120 hours, a prediction probability π of RMPP can be calculated based on the peak body temperature and LDH level before the first visit, which can facilitate early identification of RMPP.
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- Department of Pulmonology, Children's Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, National Clinical Research Center for Child Health, Hangzhou 310052, China
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- Department of Pediatrics, the Second Hospital of Jiaxing, Jiaxing 314001, China
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- Department of Pediatrics, Ningbo Women and Children's Hospital, Ningbo 315012, China
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- Department of Pediatrics, Sanmen People's Hospital, Taizhou 317199, China
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- Department of Pediatrics, Shaoxing Second Hospital, Shaoxing 312099, China
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- Department of Pediatrics, Changxing Maternal and Child Health Care Hospital, Huzhou 313199, China
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- Department of Pediatrics, Ningbo Medical Center Lihuili Hospital, Ningbo 315048, China
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- Department of Pediatrics, Taizhou Hospital of Zhejiang Province, Taizhou 317099, China
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- Department of Pediatrics, Zhoushan Women and Children's Hospital, Zhoushan 316004, China
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- Department of Pediatrics, Cixi Maternal and Child Health Care Hospital, Ningbo 315331, China
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- Department of Pediatrics, Quzhou Maternal and Child Health Care Hospital, Quzhou 324003, China
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- Department of Pediatrics, Huzhou Central Hospital, Huzhou 313099, China
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- Department of Pediatrics, Shengsi People's Hospital, Zhoushan 202450, China
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- Department of Pediatrics, Lishui City People's Hospital, Lishui 323050, China
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- Department of Pediatrics, the First People's Hospital of Huzhou, Huzhou 313099, China
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- Department of Pediatrics, People's Hospital of Quzhou, Quzhou 324002, China
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- Department of Pediatrics, Ningbo Women and Children's Hospital, Ningbo 315012, China
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- Department of Pediatrics, Sanmen People's Hospital, Taizhou 317199, China
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- Department of Pediatrics, Changxing Maternal and Child Health Care Hospital, Huzhou 313199, China
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- Department of Pediatrics, Taizhou Hospital of Zhejiang Province, Taizhou 317099, China
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- Department of Pulmonology, Children's Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, National Clinical Research Center for Child Health, Hangzhou 310052, China
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- Department of Pulmonology, Children's Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, National Clinical Research Center for Child Health, Hangzhou 310052, China
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- Department of Pulmonology, Children's Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, National Clinical Research Center for Child Health, Hangzhou 310052, China
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- Department of Pulmonology, Children's Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, National Clinical Research Center for Child Health, Hangzhou 310052, China
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- Department of Pulmonology, Children's Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, National Clinical Research Center for Child Health, Hangzhou 310052, China
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- Department of Pediatrics, Zhoushan Women and Children's Hospital, Zhoushan 316004, China
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- Department of Pediatrics, Cixi Maternal and Child Health Care Hospital, Ningbo 315331, China
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- Department of Pediatrics, Huzhou Central Hospital, Huzhou 313099, China
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- Department of Pediatrics, People's Hospital of Quzhou, Quzhou 324002, China
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- Department of Pulmonology, Children's Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, National Clinical Research Center for Child Health, Hangzhou 310052, China
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- Department of Pulmonology, Children's Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, National Clinical Research Center for Child Health, Hangzhou 310052, China
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Liu W, Wang J, Wang M, Ding X, Wang M, Liu M. Association between immune-inflammatory indexes and lower urinary tract symptoms: an analysis of cross-sectional data from the US National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (2005-2008). BMJ Open 2024; 14:e080826. [PMID: 38521530 PMCID: PMC10961552 DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2023-080826] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/12/2023] [Accepted: 03/08/2024] [Indexed: 03/25/2024] Open
Abstract
OBJECTIVE This study aimed to systematically investigate the relationship between immune-inflammatory indexes with lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTSs). DESIGN Cross-sectional study. SETTING National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) (2005-2008). PARTICIPANTS A total of 2709 men with complete information for immune-inflammatory indexes and LUTSs were included from NHANES 2005-2008. OUTCOMES AND ANALYSES Automated haematology analysing devices are used to measure blood cell counts, and LUTSs were presented by standard questionnaires. Non-linear and logistic regression analyses were used to estimate their association after adjustment for confounders. RESULTS Multivariate logistic regression showed that pan-immune-inflammation value (OR (95% CI)=1.60 (1.14 to 2.23)), systemic inflammation response index (SIRI) (OR (95% CI)=1.82 (1.21 to 2.73)), neutrophil/lymphocyte ratio (NLR) (OR (95% CI)=1.81 (1.31 to 2.49)), derived NLR (dNLR) (OR (95% CI)=1.91 (1.35 to 2.70)) and C reactive protein (CRP) (OR (95% CI)=1.71 (1.05 to 2.79)) was positively associated with LUTS. Additionally, composite immune-inflammation markers exhibited a stronger association with LUTS than any single index, with the ORs for high SIRI+high CRP, high NLR+high CRP and high dNLR+high CRP being 2.26, 2.44 and 2.16, respectively (all p<0.05). Furthermore, subgroup analyses revealed that age, smoking status and hypertension have different effects on the relationship between immune-inflammatory markers and LUTS. CONCLUSIONS This study indicated that high levels of immune-inflammatory markers were associated with an increased risk of clinical LUTS. The combination of CRP with SIRI, NLR and dNLR, respectively, showed a stronger positive correlation with clinical LUTS compared with any single index.
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Affiliation(s)
- Wen Liu
- Department of Urology, Beijing Hospital, National Center of Gerontology, Institute of Geriatric Medicine, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Beijing, China
- Graduate School of Peking Union Medical College, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Beijing, China
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- Department of Gastroenterology, The Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, Qingdao, Shandong, China
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- Department of Urology, Beijing Hospital, National Center of Gerontology, Institute of Geriatric Medicine, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Beijing, China
- Graduate School of Peking Union Medical College, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Beijing, China
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- Department of Urology, Beijing Hospital, National Center of Gerontology, Institute of Geriatric Medicine, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Beijing, China
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- Department of Urology, Beijing Hospital, National Center of Gerontology, Institute of Geriatric Medicine, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Beijing, China
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- Department of Urology, Beijing Hospital, National Center of Gerontology, Institute of Geriatric Medicine, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Beijing, China
- Graduate School of Peking Union Medical College, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Beijing, China
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