Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Joanna Szydelko, Beata Matyjaszek-Matuszek
Summary: Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) is a chronic metabolic disease with a growing incidence worldwide and a higher risk of developing coronary artery disease (CAD). Current diagnostic methods are inadequate for early detection of CAD, necessitating extensive research on non-invasive blood-based biomarkers. MicroRNAs (miRNAs) show promise as stable and easily detectable biomarkers. Aberrant expression of miRNAs has been implicated in the pathophysiology of atherosclerosis, linking T2DM with CAD. This review discusses the role of miRNAs in diabetic CAD development and highlights their potential as non-invasive biomarkers and therapeutic targets.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2023)
Review
Medical Laboratory Technology
Golnoosh Mahjoob, Yasin Ahmadi, Huda Fatima Rajani, Nafiseh Khanbabaei, Sakhavat Abolhasani
Summary: The dysregulation of miRNAs plays a significant role in the development of both T2DM and CAD. The alteration of circulating miRNAs can serve as biomarkers for the early detection of CAD in T2DM patients.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL LABORATORY ANALYSIS
(2022)
Article
Immunology
Ebin Johny, Pathoori Bhaskar, Md Jahangir Alam, Indra Kuladhipati, Rupam Das, Ramu Adela
Summary: The study revealed increased platelet activation and platelet-immune cell aggregate formation in T2DM and T2DM_CAD groups compared to the control and CAD groups. Immunome profiling showed altered monocyte subpopulations and dendritic cell populations in T2DM, CAD, and T2DM_CAD groups. Additionally, significantly elevated levels of inflammatory cytokines/chemokines and decreased levels of certain immune factors were observed in the T2DM_CAD group compared to the control group.
JOURNAL OF INFLAMMATION RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Cardiac & Cardiovascular Systems
Linfeng Li, Xiangwang He, Min Liu, Libing Yun, Bin Cong
Summary: This study found that cardiac miR-126-5p and miR-499a-5p were downregulated in CAD-SCD patients, and their combination had good diagnostic capabilities. These miRNAs are expected to serve as novel biomarkers for CAD-SCD and help differentiate the detailed causes in SCD cases.
FRONTIERS IN CARDIOVASCULAR MEDICINE
(2022)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Justyna Pordzik, Ceren Eyileten-Postula, Daniel Jakubik, Pamela Czajka, Anna Nowak, Salvatore De Rosa, Aleksandra Gasecka, Agnieszka Cieslicka-Kaplon, Piotr Sulikowski, Krzysztof J. Filipiak, Dagmara Mirowska-Guzel, Jolanta M. Siller-Matula, Marek Postula
Summary: The study found that the expression of miR-126 is a strong and independent predictor of long-term all-cause mortality among patients with T2DM. Additionally, miR-223, miR-126, and Let-7e show significant interactions with antiplatelet treatment regimens and clinical outcomes.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MEDICINE
(2021)
Review
Cardiac & Cardiovascular Systems
Bo Liang, Xin He, Ning Gu
Summary: In patients with coronary artery disease and type 2 diabetes mellitus, coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) is associated with significantly lower long-term adverse clinical outcomes compared to percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI), except for cerebral vascular accident.
FRONTIERS IN CARDIOVASCULAR MEDICINE
(2021)
Article
Cardiac & Cardiovascular Systems
Laurits Juhl Heinsen, Gokulan Pararajasingam, Thomas Rueskov Andersen, Soren Auscher, Hussam Mahmoud Sheta, Helle Precht, Jess Lambrechtsen, Kenneth Egstrup
Summary: This study found a high prevalence of HRP in asymptomatic T2D patients, with HRP detection associated with specific patient characteristics. HRP was not correlated with high CACS, as HRP could be found even in patients with zero CACS.
CARDIOVASCULAR DIABETOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Germana Zaccagnini, Simona Greco, Christine Voellenkle, Carlo Gaetano, Fabio Martelli
Summary: miR-210 plays a crucial role in cellular response to hypoxia, with pleiotropic effects that can be protective as well as promotive, particularly in angiogenesis. Its potential therapeutic applications in ischemic cardiovascular diseases and diabetes are an area of growing interest.
ANTIOXIDANTS & REDOX SIGNALING
(2022)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Noura N. Ballasy, Anshul S. Jadli, Pariya Edalat, Sean Kang, Ali Fatehi Hassanabad, Karina P. Gomes, Paul W. M. Fedak, Vaibhav B. Patel
Summary: The study found that epicardial adipose tissue (EAT) treated with high glucose, high palmitate, and lipopolysaccharide released a large amount of proinflammatory cytokines, which may lead to EAT inflammation in patients with type 2 diabetes, causing coronary artery endothelial cell dysfunction.
Review
Endocrinology & Metabolism
Yixiao Ma, Hua Liu, Yong Wang, Junjie Xuan, Xing Gao, Huixian Ding, Chunlian Ma, Yanfang Chen, Yi Yang
Summary: This article reviews the roles of miR-126 and its downstream proteins as exercise mechanisms and proposes that miR-126 can be used as an exercise indicator for cardiovascular prescriptions and as a preventive or therapeutic target for cardiovascular complications in T2DM.
DIABETOLOGY & METABOLIC SYNDROME
(2022)
Article
Endocrinology & Metabolism
Lei Wu, Yan Zhang, Hong Zhao, Guodong Rong, Peijun Huang, Fang Wang, Ting Xu
Summary: This study found that APOE gene polymorphisms are associated with CAD with or without T2DM and have an influence on lipid profiles in both T2DM and CAD patients.
FRONTIERS IN ENDOCRINOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Kazuhisa Takamura, Shinichiro Fujimoto, Tomoya Mita, Yuko Okano Kawaguchi, Mika Kurita, Satoshi Kadowaki, Yuki Kamo, Chihiro Aoshima, Yui Okada Nozaki, Daigo Takahashi, Ayako Kudo, Makoto Hiki, Nobuo Tomizawa, Fuki Ikeda, Hiroaki Satoh, Hirotaka Watada, Tohru Minamino
Summary: Among asymptomatic patients with type 2 diabetes, current smoking, Agatston score >= 100, and insulin treatment are independent predictive factors for high-risk coronary artery disease (CAD) patients. Non-invasive examinations, except for the Agatston score, are not independent predictors of high-risk CAD patients.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MEDICINE
(2022)
Article
Medicine, Research & Experimental
Lan-Ting Wu, Jia-Lin Wang, Yan-Ling Wang
Summary: This study investigates the morphological and hemodynamic features of the ophthalmic artery (OA) in patients with type 2 diabetes (T2D) with and without acute coronary syndrome (ACS). The results show differences in OA morphology and hemodynamics, which are correlated with clinical prognostic biomarkers.
JOURNAL OF TRANSLATIONAL MEDICINE
(2022)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Zafer Yalim, Serap Tutgun Onrat, Ibrahim Etem Dural, Ersel Onrat
Summary: Our study finds that miR-126-5p, miR-145-5p, and miR-24-1-5p may be associated with CAE. These microRNAs could have diagnostic and therapeutic significance for further research on abnormal angiogenesis and vascular disorders in CAE and potentially serve as useful biomarkers.
GENETIC TESTING AND MOLECULAR BIOMARKERS
(2023)
Article
Endocrinology & Metabolism
Lukas Sprenger, Arthur Mader, Barbara Larcher, Maximilian Maechler, Alexander Vonbank, Daniela Zanolin-Purin, Andreas Leiherer, Axel Muendlein, Heinz Drexel, Christoph H. Saely
Summary: The study found that patients with both type 2 diabetes and peripheral artery disease are at significantly higher risk of cardiovascular events, and the presence of T2DM and PAD are mutually independent predictors of major adverse cardiovascular events.
BMJ OPEN DIABETES RESEARCH & CARE
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Kadriya S. El Deeb, Hanaa H. Eid, Zeinab Y. Ali, Manal M. Shams, Aliaa M. Elfiky
Summary: This study evaluated the antidiabetic potential of Punica granatum var. nana rind, with the ethyl acetate fraction showing the highest activities for reducing blood glucose levels. Through various assays and fractionation techniques, four compounds were identified. Overall, the ethyl acetate fraction may offer a new therapeutic approach for hyperglycemia and demonstrate safety and efficacy in reducing blood sugar levels.
NATURAL PRODUCT RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Rheumatology
Hala M. Raslan, Hanaa R. Attia, Mona Hamed Ibrahim, Eman Mahmoud Hassan, Iman I. Salama, Sherif Ismail, Eman Abdelmotaleb, Manal M. El Menyawi, Khalda S. Amr
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF RHEUMATIC DISEASES
(2020)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Iman I. Salama, Samia M. Sami, Ghada A. Abdellatif, Amira Mohsen, Hanaa Rasmy, Solaf Ahmed Kamel, Mona Hamed Ibrahim, Mona Mostafa, Walaa A. Fouad, Hala M. Raslan
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Rania M. Kamal, Manal M. Sabry, Zeinab Y. Aly, Mohamed S. Hifnawy
Summary: This study evaluated the in vivo anti-arthritic potential of a specific Aloe species' leaf ethanolic extract, both alone and in combination with methotrexate (MTX). The findings suggested that the combined therapy showed better efficacy in managing rheumatoid arthritis and reducing liver toxicity compared to MTX alone. Additionally, the leaf extract may serve as a natural anti-arthritic agent with fewer side effects on liver function.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Inas Y. Younis, Seham S. El-Hawary, Omayma A. Eldahshan, Marwa M. Abdel-Aziz, Zeinab Y. Ali
Summary: This study synthesized magnesium nanoparticles using Rosa floribunda charisma petals, showing efficient extraction methods and promising applications. The nanoparticles demonstrated high antioxidant, anti-aging, and antibacterial activities.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2021)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Fazlur Rahman, Rahat Ali, Shams Tabrez, Ahmed Mobeen, Sajjadul Kadir Akand, Mohd Arish, Abdullah F. AlAsmari, Nemat Ali, Abdur Rub
Summary: Leishmaniasis, a tropical neglected disease caused by a parasite, is endemic in 89 countries. The study found that urolithin A can inhibit the growth of the parasite and has limited toxicity to human cells. This research provides new possibilities for the development of antileishmanial drugs.
CHEMICAL BIOLOGY & DRUG DESIGN
(2022)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Seham S. El-Hawary, Rabab Mohammed, Sameh AbouZid, Mohamed A. Zaki, Zeinab Y. Ali, Ahlam Elwekeel, Heba A. H. Elshemy
Summary: Bergenin and 11-O-(4'-O-methyl galloyl)-bergenin were used to synthesize eight derivatives, two of which showed potent antitrypanosomal activity.
CHEMICAL BIOLOGY & DRUG DESIGN
(2022)
Article
Infectious Diseases
Dina Nadeem Abd-Elshafy, Hala Zaki Raslan, Rola Nadeem, Mona Abd-ElKader Awad, Said Shalaby, Mahmoud Mohamed Bahgat
Summary: This study investigated the association between multiple exposures of waste water treatment plant workers to hepatitis A virus (HAV) and the development of rheumatoid arthritis. The results showed a higher prevalence of rheumatoid arthritis among waste water treatment plant workers and an earlier onset of the disease compared to non-waste water treatment plant workers.
JOURNAL OF INFECTION IN DEVELOPING COUNTRIES
(2022)
Review
Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Iman Ibrahim Salama, Hala M. Raslan, Ghada A. Abdel-Latif, Somaia Salama, Samia M. Sami, Fatma A. Shaaban, Aida M. Abdelmohsen, Walaa A. Fouad
Summary: This article provides an overview of the available treatments for HCV infection and their impact on liver manifestations and EHMs. DAA regimens are considered effective for most HCV genotypes, but their effectiveness may be reduced in certain cases. DAA therapy may increase the risk of hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), but it also shows improvements in other symptoms and quality of life.
WORLD JOURNAL OF HEPATOLOGY
(2022)
Review
Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Iman Ibrahim Salama, Samia M. Sami, Somaia Salama, Ghada A. Abdel-Latif, Fatma A. Shaaban, Walaa A. Fouad, Aida M. Abdelmohsen, Hala M. Raslan
Summary: Chronic hepatitis B (CHB) is a widespread infection with unique challenges for elimination. Currently approved therapies can achieve functional cure in a small percentage of patients, while novel approaches such as antivirals and immunomodulators show promise but also carry risks of uncontrolled liver damage.
WORLD JOURNAL OF HEPATOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Medicine, Research & Experimental
Iman I. Salama, Samia M. Sami, Somaia Salama, Ghada A. Abdel-Latif, Ahmed Aboulghate, Hala M. Raslan, Amira Mohsen, Hanaa Rasmy, Mona Hamed Ibrahim, Mona M. F. Ganem, Aida M. Abdelmohsen, Lobna A. El-Etreby, Nihad A. Ibrahim, Walaa A. Fouad, Sherif E. El-Deeb
Summary: This study aimed to assess the impact of lifestyle modification on glycemic control and cognitive function in patients with Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). A prospective study was conducted on T2DM patients, with 92 patients in the interventional group and 92 patients in the conventional therapy group. The results showed significant improvements in HbA1c levels, oxidant and antioxidant levels, lipid profile, and cognitive function only in the interventional group.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Seham S. El-Hawary, Rabab Mohammed, Marwa Emad El-Din, Hossam M. Hassan, Zeinab Y. Ali, Mostafa E. Rateb, El Moataz Bellah El Naggar, Eman M. Othman, Usama Ramadan Abdelmohsen
Summary: This study examined the differences in phytochemical composition and biological properties of five strawberry hybrids, with the Suzana cultivar found to be the richest in flavonoids and total phenolics. The ethanolic extract of leaves from the Festival cultivar exhibited the highest bioactivity.
Article
Genetics & Heredity
Sally M. Hafez, Hazem El-Sayed Abou-youssef, Mona Abdel-Kader Awad, Solaf Ahmed Kamel, Rasha N. Youssef, Suzan Mahrous Elshiekh, Hala Raslan, Nehal Salah
Summary: This study investigated the DNA methylation levels of the IGFBP1 gene in type 2 diabetes patients, revealing significantly higher levels in T2D patients compared to healthy controls. The findings suggest that the pathogenesis of T2D is the result of interactions between genetics, epigenetics, and lifestyle factors.
EGYPTIAN JOURNAL OF MEDICAL HUMAN GENETICS
(2021)
Article
Endocrinology & Metabolism
Yossra Ahmed, Zeinab Y. Ali, Mona A. Mohamed, Laila A. Rashed, Ehsan K. Mohamed
Summary: The combined therapy of MSCs and sitagliptin can efficiently ameliorate insulin resistance and promote hepatocyte regeneration in a rat model of metabolic syndrome, as demonstrated by experimental research findings.
JOURNAL OF DIABETES AND METABOLIC DISORDERS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Seham Salah El-Din El-Hawary, Mona El-Mahdy El-Tantawy, Mohamed Abdelatty Rabeh, Zeinab Yousef Ali, Amgad Albohy, Noha Essam Fawaz
Summary: Sansevieria suffruticosa N.E.Br. showed significant cytotoxic effect on colon cancer cells, with higher total phenolic and flavonoid contents compared to Sansevieria trifasciata Prain. Major compounds detected in S. suffruticosa N.E.Br. were apigenin-7-glucoside and cinnamic acid, while catechin and kaempferol were major compounds in S. trifasciata Prain. Phytochemical investigation isolated chlorogenic acid, kaempferol, quercetin, and catechin from S. trifasciata Prain. and apigenin-7-glucoside and rutin from S. suffruticosa N.E.Br. Metabolomic profiling revealed presence of phenolic acids, flavonoids and saponins in alcoholic extracts of both species. Molecular docking study indicated potential interaction of phenolic compounds with EGFR cancer target site, explaining cytotoxic activity of S. suffruticosa N.E.Br. alcoholic extract.
EGYPTIAN JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2021)