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Oncology
Clement Veys, Flavie Boulouard, Abderrahim Benmoussa, Manon Jammes, Emilie Brotin, Francoise Redini, Laurent Poulain, Nicolas Gruchy, Christophe Denoyelle, Florence Legendre, Philippe Galera
Summary: Chondrosarcomas and osteosarcomas are malignant bone tumors with poor prognosis. Traditional treatments like radiotherapy and chemotherapy may not be effective. MiRNAs have emerged as a potential alternative therapeutic approach. Through our study, we identified miR-4270 as a miRNA with potent cytotoxic effects on HOS and MG-63 osteosarcoma cell lines, but not on SaOS-2 cell line. We also discovered that miR-4270 targets Bcl-xL, a protein associated with apoptosis, suggesting its tumor suppressive activity in osteosarcoma cells.
FRONTIERS IN ONCOLOGY
(2023)
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Pharmacology & Pharmacy
M. Suleimenov, S. Bekbayev, M. Ten, N. Suleimenova, M. Tlegenova, A. Nurmagambetova, S. Kauanova, I. Vorobjev
Summary: Microtubule-targeting drugs taxanes and vinca alkaloids have been widely used in chemotherapy due to their ability to block mitotic progression. This study determined the maximal and minimal doses of mitotic inhibitors that cells can tolerate and showed that cell death during mitotic arrest and after slippage proceed via mitochondria-dependent apoptosis.
FRONTIERS IN PHARMACOLOGY
(2022)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Anna Maria Luciano, Ana B. Perez-Oliva, Victoriano Mulero, Donatella Del Bufalo
Summary: Apoptosis is crucial for eliminating damaged cells in multicellular organisms. Bcl-xL, an anti-apoptotic protein, plays significant roles in cancer, including melanoma, by regulating cell survival, migration, invasion, and angiogenesis. Targeting Bcl-xL may offer potential benefits for cancer patients, but further studies are needed to develop safe and effective inhibitors.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2021)
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Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Paula Hoffmeister-Wittmann, Andreas Mock, Federico Nichetti, Felix Korell, Christop E. Heilig, Anna-Lena Scherr, Michael Gunther, Thomas Albrecht, Eblina Kelmendi, Kaiyu Xu, Luisa Nader, Annika Kessler, Nathalie Schmitt, Sarah Fritzsche, Sofia Weiler, Benjamin Sobol, Albrecht Stenzinger, Stefan Boeck, Christoph B. Westphalen, Klaus Schulze-Osthoff, Jorg Trojan, Thomas Kindler, Wilko Weichert, Karsten Spiekermann, Michael Bitzer, Gunnar Folprecht, Anna-Lena Illert, Melanie Boerries, Frederick Klauschen, Sebastian Ochsenreiter, Jens Siveke, Sebastian Bauer, Hanno Glimm, Benedikt Brors, Jennifer Huellein, Daniel Huebschmann, Sebastian Uhrig, Peter Horak, Simon Kreutzfeld, Jesus M. Banales, Christoph Springfeld, Dirk Jaeger, Peter Schirmacher, Stephanie Roessler, Steffen Ormanns, Benjamin Goeppert, Stefan Froehling, Bruno C. Koehler
Summary: The study identified Bcl-x(L) as a key protein in cell death resistance of CCA and suggested its potential prognostic value, serving as a potential therapeutic target.
LIVER INTERNATIONAL
(2022)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Julie Bas, Trang Nguyen, Germain Gillet
Summary: Bcl-2 family proteins, known for their role in regulating apoptosis, also have non-canonical functions in the CNS. Bcl-xL, a close homolog of Bcl-2, plays a crucial role in neuronal development, promoting ATP generation in mitochondria and contributing to synaptic transmission without causing cell death. Understanding the roles of cell death machinery in neurons may have important clinical implications for degenerative diseases and aging.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2021)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Cristina Mas-Bargues, Consuelo Borras, Jose Vina
Summary: Cellular senescence is related to the inability of cells to adapt to stress conditions, a specific level of senescence can promote development, remodeling and healing, while chronicity of senescence can result from constant stresses and a weakening immune system. Centenarians overexpress Bcl-xL, which helps them avoid the deleterious effects of accumulated senescent cells and maintain a fully functional immune system. There is a paradox in the fact that Bcl-xL inhibitors have been shown to protect from aging in animal models.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2021)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Jason J. Zoeller, Michael F. Press, Laura M. Selfors, Judy Dering, Dennis J. Slamon, Sara A. Hurvitz, Joan S. Brugge
Summary: The study found upregulation of BCL2 mRNA in patients treated with lapatinib, but in some HER2+/ER- tumors, BCL-2 protein levels were undetectable. Unlike lapatinib, similar BCL-2 upregulation was not observed in patients treated with trastuzumab.
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Medicine, Research & Experimental
Tripti Singh, Pallabi Banerjee, Uditi, Sarita Kumari, Anita Chopra, Nagendra Singh, Imteyaz Qamar
Summary: Regucalcin regulates intracellular Ca2+ homeostasis and intracellular signaling pathways. Its expression in hypoxia is upregulated by HIF-1α through direct binding to the HRE binding motifs within the Regucalcin promoter.
Review
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Baoqi Yu, Xia Wang, Yanting Song, Guomin Xie, Shiyu Jiao, Li Shi, Xuejie Cao, Xinyao Han, Aijuan Qu
Summary: Cardiovascular diseases are the leading cause of death worldwide, and hypoxia-inducible factors (HIFs) play an important role in their pathogenesis. Recent studies have revealed the role of cell-specific HIFs in various cardiovascular diseases, but the potential clinical application of HIF inhibitors in the treatment of cardiovascular diseases is not well understood.
PHARMACOLOGY & THERAPEUTICS
(2022)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Qiwen Shi, Bei Hu, Chen Yang, Lan Zhao, Jing Wu, Nan Qi
Summary: Arsenic is a common environmental pollutant that can also be used as a chemotherapeutic agent for acute promyelocytic leukemia. The relationship between arsenic exposure and lung diseases is established, but the molecular mechanisms are poorly understood. Research shows that ATF3 plays a pro-apoptotic role in arsenic-induced airway epithelial apoptosis by transcriptionally regulating DR5 and Bcl-xL, highlighting its potential as an early and sensitive biomarker for arsenic-induced lung injury.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2021)
Article
Cardiac & Cardiovascular Systems
Yiwei Liu, Qipeng Luo, Zhanhao Su, Junyue Xing, Jinlin Wu, Li Xiang, Yuan Huang, Haizhou Pan, Xie Wu, Xiaoling Zhang, Jun Li, Fuxia Yan, Hao Zhang
Summary: Cyanotic congenital heart disease (CCHD) leads to maladaptation of cardiac metabolism during puberty, accompanied by impaired cardiac function. The study identified HIF-1 alpha as the key regulator of cardiac metabolic adaptation in CH animal models, with pubertal insulin resistance potentially suppressing its expression.
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Je Lin Sieow, Hweixian Leong Penny, Sin Yee Gun, Ling Qiao Tan, Kaibo Duan, Joe Poh Sheng Yeong, Angela Pang, Diana Lim, Han Chong Toh, Tony Kiat Hon Lim, Edgar Engleman, Olaf Rotzschke, Lai Guan Ng, Jinmao Chen, Suet Mien Tan, Siew Cheng Wong
Summary: A large number of neutrophils infiltrate tumors and contribute to the inflammatory tumor microenvironment. The metabolic status of these neutrophils and their role in tumor progression were investigated in a mouse model of pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC). Tumor-infiltrating neutrophils showed enhanced glycolytic activity compared to neutrophils from the bone marrow and blood of the same mouse. Deletion of hypoxia-inducible factor 1-alpha (HIF-1 alpha) in neutrophils reduced tumor burden and improved survival in the mouse model, indicating a potential target for metabolic modulation in cancer.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Jin-Woo Kim, Hyun-Ju An, HyunJeong Yeo, Yunhui Jeong, HyeonHae Lee, Jusung Lee, Kisik Nam, Jongheon Lee, Dong-Eun Shin, Soonchul Lee
Summary: Activation of the HIF-1α signaling pathway can protect intervertebral discs from degeneration and may serve as a potential therapeutic target in the future.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2021)
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Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Wenpeng Cao, Shan Lei, Zhirui Zeng, Chaolun Xiao, Baofei Sun, Peng Xie, Yumei Li, Daopeng Luo, Wenfeng Yu
Summary: This study identified TRAA2A as an important hypoxia-associated gene in pancreatic cancer, which is associated with tumor progression and metastasis. TRAA2A is regulated by hypoxia-inducible factor HIF1 alpha and promotes the proliferation and motility of pancreatic cancer cells via activation of the AKT pathway. Therefore, TRAA2A may serve as a novel molecular target for investigating the hypoxic response of pancreatic cancer cells.
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Ji Young Kim, Eun Jung Lee, Yuri Ahn, Sujin Park, Yu Jeong Bae, Tae Gyun Kim, Sang Ho Oh
Summary: The study demonstrates that CTSL is a novel target gene of HIF-1 alpha and plays a role in melanosome degradation in melanocytes through lysosomal activity during autophagosome-lysosome fusion. Under autophagy-inducing starvation conditions, the expression of HIF-1 alpha and CTSL is upregulated in melan-a cells. Inhibition of conversion of pro-CTSL to mature CTSL leads to accumulation of certain proteins due to decreased lysosomal activity in the autophagic pathway.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2021)
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Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Changbao Chen, Hua Zhou, Zhongjun Liu, Xinlong Ma
Summary: ZNF395 is significantly upregulated in chondrosarcoma tissues and correlates with patient prognosis and clinical parameters. High expression of ZNF395 exacerbates the overall survival of chondrosarcoma patients.
ONCOTARGETS AND THERAPY
(2021)
Article
Oncology
Changbao Chen, Hua Zhou, Xiaolin Zhang, Zhongjun Liu, Xinlong Ma
Summary: The study reveals that ZNF704 is highly expressed in chondrosarcoma and correlates with clinicopathological features and prognosis. Knockdown of ZNF704 inhibits chondrosarcoma cell viability and induces apoptosis, suggesting its potential as a biomarker and therapeutic target for chondrosarcoma.
CANCER MANAGEMENT AND RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Orthopedics
Junyu Li, Kaige Deng, Yanchao Tang, Zexi Yang, Xiaoguang Liu, Zhongjun Liu, Feng Wei, Fengliang Wu, Hua Zhou, Yan Li, Yongqiang Wang, Weishi Li, Miao Yu
Summary: Postoperative restoration of thoracic kyphosis, particularly proximal thoracic kyphosis, and T1-slope contribute significantly to cervical sagittal compensation. Preoperative cervical kyphosis, postoperative small global thoracic kyphosis, and insufficient T1-slope are independent risk factors for cervical decompensation.
BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Biomedical
Teng Zhang, Qingguang Wei, Hua Zhou, Zehao Jing, Xiaoguang Liu, Yufeng Zheng, Hong Cai, Feng Wei, Liang Jiang, Miao Yu, Yan Cheng, Daoyang Fan, Wenhao Zhou, Xinhong Lin, Huijie Leng, Jian Li, Xinyu Li, Caimei Wang, Yun Tian, Zhongjun Liu
Summary: The study successfully utilized 3D-printed individualized porous implants for treating large bone defects, achieving long-term therapeutic effects and osseointegration.
BIOACTIVE MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Hua Zhou, Shanshan Liu, Zhehuang Li, Xiaoguang Liu, Lei Dang, Yan Li, Zihe Li, Panpan Hu, Ben Wang, Feng Wei, Zhongjun Liu
Summary: This study evaluated the clinical outcomes of using a 3D-printed artificial vertebral body for spinal reconstruction after en bloc resection of thoracolumbar tumors. The results showed that the use of a 3D-printed vertebral prosthesis can provide good stability and osseointegration, making it a feasible and reliable option for anterior reconstruction.
JOURNAL OF NEUROSURGERY-SPINE
(2022)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Yanchao Tang, Feng Wei, Miao Yu, Hua Zhou, Yongqiang Wang, Zhiyong Cui, Xiaoguang Liu
Summary: This study used Mendelian randomization analysis to investigate the causal effect of vitamin D on bone mineral density (BMD). The results showed no causal association between genetically determined vitamin D and BMD across the lifespan, providing evidence for the role of vitamin D supplementation in preventing osteoporosis in high-risk populations.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2022)
Article
Oncology
Changbao Chen, Hua Zhou, Xiaolin Zhang, Zhongjun Liu, Xinlong Ma
Summary: This study reveals that downregulated expression of FBXW11 is significantly associated with high-grade chondrosarcoma and poor prognosis. Restoring FBXW11 expression can suppress chondrosarcoma growth and induce apoptosis, making it a potential therapeutic target and biological marker for chondrosarcoma.
Article
Clinical Neurology
Hua Zhou, Fengliang Wu, Lei Dang, Yan Li, Xiaoguang Liu, Zhongjun Liu, Feng Wei
Summary: This study compared total en bloc spondylectomy with marginal margins to piecemeal spondylectomy with intralesional margins for the surgical treatment of Enneking stage III spinal giant cell tumor (GCT), focusing on local recurrence. The results showed that total en bloc spondylectomy had a lower recurrence rate and should be preferred over piecemeal spondylectomy.
EUROPEAN SPINE JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Orthopedics
Shuheng Zhai, Panpan Hu, Xiao Liu, Zihe Li, Ben Wang, Hua Zhou, Zhongjun Liu, Xiaoguang Liu, Yan Li, Feng Wei
Summary: This study investigated the prognostic factors of spinal metastases of lung cancer (SMLC) after surgery-based comprehensive treatment. The results showed that surgery significantly improved neurological function and physical performance status of patients. Adjuvant targeted therapy was an independent predictor for longer survival.
ORTHOPAEDIC SURGERY
(2023)
Article
Oncology
Panpan Hu, Suiyong Du, Feng Wei, Shuheng Zhai, Hua Zhou, Xiaoguang Liu, Zhongjun Liu
Summary: The surgical resection of C2 vertebral tumors is challenging due to complex anatomy and surgical exposure difficulties. Personalized AVBs have shown to provide reliable reconstruction outcomes, but further modifications are needed to overcome minor pitfalls. There is a high risk of perioperative complications, and staged posterior and anterior approaches are recommended as better surgical strategies for C2 tumors.
FRONTIERS IN ONCOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Surgery
Nanfang Xu, Shuai Chang, Xiaoguang Liu, Liang Jiang, Miao Yu, Fengliang Wu, Lei Dang, Hua Zhou, Yan Li, Yongqiang Wang, Xiao Liu, Yunxia Wu, Feng Wei, Zhongjun Liu
Summary: This study aimed to evaluate the survival and medium to long-term health-related quality of life of patients with primary cervical spinal tumors, as well as identify any significant associations with demographic or clinical characteristics. The results showed that surgical treatment, benign and malignant tumors, tumor boundary, and spinal instability had significant effects on patient survival.
FRONTIERS IN SURGERY
(2023)
Article
Oncology
Hua Zhou, Xiaoxiong Yang, Renji Wang, Xiaoguang Liu, Zhongjun Liu, Feng Wei
Summary: This study analyzed the clinical characteristics and outcomes of patients with primary dumbbell chordoma of the cervical spine and summarized the causes of misdiagnosis. The study found that primary dumbbell chordomas of the cervical spine can be easily misdiagnosed as neurogenic tumors, and preoperative CT-guided fine-needle aspiration puncture biopsy helps make an accurate diagnosis. Gross total excision with postoperative radiotherapy has been proven effective in reducing the recurrence rate.
ASIA-PACIFIC JOURNAL OF CLINICAL ONCOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Orthopedics
Jiacheng Liu, Panpan Hu, Hua Zhou, Ben Wang, Xiaoguang Liu, Fengliang Wu, Yan Li, Xiao Liu, Lei Dang, Yanchao Tang, Zihe Li, Zhongjun Liu, Feng Wei
Summary: This study retrospectively analyzed the surgical data, complication characteristics, and tumor control of 41 SGCT patients over a 10-year period in a single center. The results showed that en bloc resection can achieve favorable local control despite the difficulties and high rate of perioperative complications. Thoroughly piecemeal resection without residual is also acceptable, given the relatively low recurrence rate.
BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS
(2023)
Review
Orthopedics
Jiasheng Chen, Shuheng Zhai, Hua Zhou, Panpan Hu, Xiaoguang Liu, Zhongjun Liu, Xiao Liu, Yan Li, Zihe Li, Feng Wei
Summary: The spine is commonly affected by bone metastases in cancer patients, often leading to symptomatic epidural spinal cord compression. The main treatment for cervical spine tumors is surgical resection followed by radiotherapy. Implant materials used for anterior column reconstruction in cervical spine tumor resection need to possess various properties such as biocompatibility, bioactivity, and long-term mechanical strength. The choice of implant materials plays a role in surgical efficacy and patient prognosis. This article provides an overview of different implant materials used for anterior column reconstruction, discussing their properties, advantages, disadvantages, derivatives, and clinical applications, while also looking towards future advancements in this field.
ORTHOPAEDIC SURGERY
(2023)
Article
Surgery
Xiajun Liu, Panpan Hu, Shuheng Zhai, Xiao Liu, Ben Wang, Hua Zhou, Xiaoguang Liu, Zhongjun Liu, Feng Wei
Summary: This retrospective study investigated the surgical outcome of 35 patients with metastatic spinal differentiated thyroid cancer (MSDTC) and analyzed factors affecting prognosis. The results showed that surgery effectively improved patients' pain, quality of life, and neurological status. Radiotherapy reduced the risk of local recurrences, while radioactive iodine (RAI) therapy had limited impact. Neurological status independently influenced patients' survival.
FRONTIERS IN SURGERY
(2023)