Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Patricia Richter, Anca Cardoneanu, Ciprian Rezus, Alexandra Maria Burlui, Elena Rezus
Summary: Cardiovascular diseases are a leading cause of high mortality in SLE patients, and traditional risk factors are insufficient in predicting their risk. Inflammation has been found to play a crucial role in the development of atherosclerosis in SLE, highlighting the need for new biomarkers to assess subclinical CVD risk.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2022)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Gabriella D'Orazi, Marco Cordani, Mara Cirone
Summary: Inflammation and cancerogenesis are closely linked, driven by pathways such as NF-kB, STAT3, mTOR and MAPKs that regulate the release of pro-inflammatory cytokines, impacting immune response and tumor suppressor p53 stability.
CELLULAR AND MOLECULAR LIFE SCIENCES
(2021)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Piotr Szpakowski, Dominika Ksiazek-Winiarek, Malgorzata Turniak-Kusy, Ilona Pacan, Andrzej Glabinski
Summary: Astrocytes, once considered passive brain cells, have been found to play a more active role in the central nervous system. This study aimed to evaluate the production of inflammatory chemokines and neurotrophic factors by primary human astrocytes after inflammatory or anti-inflammatory stimulation. The results showed that only astrocytes induced by inflammatory mediators produced certain chemokines, and pro-inflammatory conditions decreased the release of a neurotrophic factor while anti-inflammatory cytokines increased its production.
Article
Cell Biology
Min Wang, Yuqian Wang, Mengdi Zhang, Qiqi Duan, Caifeng Chen, Qiong Sun, Meng Liu, Yan Zheng, Yongping Shao
Summary: KYNU is upregulated in psoriatic skin samples and plays a crucial role in the production of inflammatory factors and the development of psoriasis-like skin inflammation. The microRNA miR-203a can inversely regulate KYNU and reduce psoriasis-related inflammatory factors. KYNU inhibitors can alleviate pathological phenotypes in IMQ-mice.
JOURNAL OF CELLULAR PHYSIOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Patricia Thomas, Kaiyven A. Leslie, Hannah J. Welters, Noel G. Morgan
Summary: Obesity is a major risk factor for type 2 diabetes, potentially leading to the death and dysfunction of insulin-producing pancreatic beta-cells, but the evidence of a similar process in humans is less substantial. The effects of fatty acids of varying chain length and degree of saturation on human beta-cell viability may differ from those in rodents.
NUTRITION & METABOLISM
(2021)
Article
Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Decai Wang, Shengbo Han, Guozheng Lv, Yuhang Hu, Wenfeng Zhuo, Zhu Zeng, Jiang Tang, Yan Huang, Fan Wang, Jie Wang, Yong Zhao, Gang Zhao
Summary: In chronic pancreatitis (CP), injured pancreatic acinar cells (iPACs) induce autophagy and activation of activated pancreatic stellate cells (PSCs) through the sphingosine kinase 1 (SPHK1)/sphingosine 1-phosphate (S1P) pathway, promoting pancreatic fibrogenesis.
Article
Chemistry, Medicinal
Fei Jiang, Jiebang Jiang, Wenping He, Guokai Dong, Nana Xu, Li Meng, Yunyun Zhao, Meng Wang, Shirui Tan, Yongping Shi, Rongpeng Li
Summary: Acute lung injury (ALI) caused by acute bacterial infection is a life-threatening lung disease. Chrysophanol (Chr), extracted from Rheum palmatum L., has anti-inflammatory and other beneficial effects. In this study, the protective effects of Chr against Klebsiella pneumoniae-induced ALI were investigated. It was found that Chr increased the survival rate, reduced bacterial burden, immune cell recruitment, and reactive oxygen species level in mice with KP infection. Mechanistically, Chr inhibited the toll-like receptor 4/nuclear factor kappa-B (TLR4/NF-kappa B) signaling pathway, inflammasome activation, and enhanced autophagy to reduce the expression of inflammatory cytokines. This study suggests that Chr could be a potential therapeutic agent for KP-induced ALI.
PHYTOTHERAPY RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Carlos Ramos, Rebeca Canedo-Mondragon, Carina Becerril, Georgina Gonzalez-Avila, Ana Laura Esquivel, Ana Lilia Torres-Machorro, Martha Montano
Summary: Exposure to short-term wood smoke was found to significantly increase total cells, macrophages, neutrophils, and collagen in the respiratory system of guinea pigs, leading to overexpression of pro-inflammatory cytokines, MMPs, and TIMPs in lung tissue.
Article
Biology
Yanan Wang, Na Zhao, Ying Jian, Yao Liu, Lin Zhao, Lei He, Qian Liu, Min Li
Summary: The study identifies that staphylokinase (SAK) is significantly induced in community-associated Staphylococcus aureus (CA-SA) and promotes the activation of the NLRP3 inflammasome. SAK enhances CA-SA-mediated pneumonia independently of CRAMP and exacerbates inflammation.
COMMUNICATIONS BIOLOGY
(2022)
Review
Cell Biology
Gabriela Reyes-Castellanos, Nadine Abdel Hadi, Alice Carrier
Summary: Metabolic reprogramming plays a crucial role in cancer, a disease that often develops resistance to treatments. Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma (PDAC) is a particularly treatment-resistant cancer, and dysregulated autophagy is a metabolic pathway involved in PDAC development. High autophagic activity is a critical factor contributing to PDAC resistance to therapies.
Review
Immunology
S. Nirenjen, J. Narayanan, T. Tamilanban, Vetriselvan Subramaniyan, V. Chitra, Neeraj Kumar Fuloria, Ling Shing Wong, Gobinath Ramachawolran, Mahendran Sekar, Gaurav Gupta, Shivkanya Fuloria, Suresh V. Chinni, Siddharthan Selvaraj
Summary: Impaired wound healing is a significant complication of Diabetes, and the dysregulation of pro-inflammatory cytokines plays a crucial role in delaying the healing process. This review discusses the need for proper treatment modalities and therapeutic interventions to address diabetic wounds and improve patient quality of life.
FRONTIERS IN IMMUNOLOGY
(2023)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Ivan K. Domingo, Asna Latif, Amit P. Bhavsar
Summary: Cisplatin, a widely used chemotherapeutic drug, is effective against various solid cancers but limited by its adverse drug reactions. The most common reactions include nephrotoxicity, peripheral neuropathy, and ototoxicity. Previous studies focused on oxidative stress as the cause of these toxicities, but recent evidence suggests that inflammation may be the main driving force. This review summarizes the common and distinct inflammation characteristics among different adverse reactions, as well as current treatments targeting pro-inflammatory signaling pathways to improve the use of cisplatin.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2022)
Article
Toxicology
Vegard Saeter Grytting, Prem Chand, Marit Lag, Johan Ovrevik, Magne Refsnes
Summary: This study investigated the pro-inflammatory effects of combined exposure to diesel exhaust particles (DEP) and mineral particles in human lung epithelial cells. The results showed that combined exposure induced enhanced pro-inflammatory responses compared to individual exposure. These effects were partially mediated through the AhR pathway and lipophilic organic chemicals in DEP.
PARTICLE AND FIBRE TOXICOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Endocrinology & Metabolism
Nazia Parveen, Jean Kimi Wang, Supriyo Bhattacharya, Janielle Cuala, Mohan Singh Rajkumar, Alexandra E. E. Butler, Xiwei Wu, Hung-Ping Shih, Senta K. K. Georgia, Sangeeta Dhawan
Summary: The molecular and functional diversity of pancreatic beta-cells is recognized, but the mechanisms are unknown. Co-expression of tyrosine hydroxylase (TH) in a subset of beta-cells represses insulin secretion. TH+ beta-cells are restricted within islets for proper function in mice. TH expression in beta-cells is restricted by DNA methylation during differentiation. Loss of TH promoter methylation in response to chronic overnutrition increases the number of TH+ beta-cells and impairs beta-cell function. These findings reveal a regulatory role of DNA methylation in determining beta-cell heterogeneity.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Rafael Cardoso Maciel Costa Silva, Luis Tan, Danielle Aparecida Rodrigues, Elisa Beatriz Prestes, Caroline Pereira Gomes, Andreza Moreira Gama, Pedro Lagerblad de Oliveira, Claudia Neto Paiva, Benedicte Manoury, Marcelo Torres Bozza
Summary: The study indicates that chloroquine may be used as a supportive therapy to control heme-induced deleterious inflammation in different hemolytic diseases by inhibiting inflammatory effects induced by heme.
FREE RADICAL BIOLOGY AND MEDICINE
(2021)
Article
Surgery
Diane Macabrey, Celine Deslarzes-Dubuis, Alban Longchamp, Martine Lambelet, Charles K. Ozaki, Jean-Marc Corpataux, Florent Allagnat, Sebastien Deglise
Summary: This study investigates the role of zofenopril in reducing intimal hyperplasia and finds that zofenopril reduces intimal hyperplasia by releasing hydrogen sulphide and inhibits intimal hyperplasia in vitro. The results from experiments on hypertensive and normotensive mice both support this finding.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF VASCULAR AND ENDOVASCULAR SURGERY
(2022)
Article
Surgery
Benjamin Del Tatto, Didier Le Roy, Martine Lambelet, Jean-Marc Corpataux, Nabil Chakfe, Stefano Giulieri, Florent Allagnat, Thierry Roger, Francois Saucy
Summary: Stapled porcine pericardium reduces the growth and adherence of bacteria and yeasts, making it a promising option for vascular grafting with lower infectivity. It outperforms native and sutured porcine pericardium in vitro.
JOURNAL OF SURGICAL RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Diane Macabrey, Alban Longchamp, Michael R. MacArthur, Martine Lambelet, Severine Urfer, Sebastien Deglise, Florent Allagnat
Summary: Intimal hyperplasia (IH) is a major limitation in the long-term success of revascularization. This study investigated the use of sodium thiosulfate (STS) as a potential treatment to limit IH. The findings showed that STS inhibited IH in mice and human vein segments, as well as inhibited cell proliferation and promoted microtubule depolymerization. This suggests that STS acts as an H2S donor to limit vascular smooth muscle cell migration and proliferation.
Review
Cardiac & Cardiovascular Systems
Diane Macabrey, Alban Longchamp, Sebastien Deglise, Florent Allagnat
Summary: Arterial occlusive disease is a serious condition caused by narrowing of the arteries, primarily due to atherosclerosis. It is a leading cause of death in Western countries and can lead to peripheral arterial disease, stroke, and heart disease. Current treatment options are limited, but hydrogen sulfide shows potential in preventing arterial occlusive disease.
FRONTIERS IN CARDIOVASCULAR MEDICINE
(2022)
Article
Cardiac & Cardiovascular Systems
Diane Macabrey, Jaroslava Joniova, Quentin Gasser, Clemence Bechelli, Alban Longchamp, Severine Urfer, Martine Lambelet, Chun-Yu Fu, Guenter Schwarz, Georges Wagnieres, Sebastien Deglise, Florent Allagnat
Summary: This study found that sodium thiosulfate (STS) can promote angiogenesis and vascular repair. STS showed a stimulating effect on neovascularization in various models and promoted migration and proliferation of human umbilical vein endothelial cells (HUVEC). Furthermore, STS acted by altering the metabolic state of endothelial cells.
FRONTIERS IN CARDIOVASCULAR MEDICINE
(2022)
Article
Transplantation
Thomas Agius, Julien Songeon, Antoine Klauser, Florent Allagnat, Gregoire Longchamp, Raphael Ruttimann, Arnaud Lyon, Julijana Ivaniesevic, Raphael Meier, Sebastien Deglise, James F. Markmann, Korkut Uygun, Leo Buhler, Christian Toso, Jean-Marc Corpataux, Francois Lazeyras, Alban Longchamp
Summary: Subnormothermic ex vivo kidney perfusion improves kidney metabolism, reduces ischemia-reperfusion injuries, and enhances post-transplantation kidney perfusion and histopathological status.
TRANSPLANTATION DIRECT
(2022)
Review
Physiology
Sebastien Deglise, Clemence Bechelli, Florent Allagnat
Summary: Arterial occlusive disease is the leading cause of death in Western countries. Core contemporary therapies suffer from high failure rates due to re-occlusive vascular wall adaptations and restenosis. Restenosis following vascular surgery is largely due to intimal hyperplasia.
FRONTIERS IN PHYSIOLOGY
(2023)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Clemence Bechelli, Diane Macabrey, Sebastien Deglise, Florent Allagnat
Summary: Peripheral artery disease (PAD) affects a significant number of individuals worldwide and has detrimental effects on quality of life and overall health. Unfortunately, PAD is often overlooked and not adequately treated compared to other cardiovascular conditions. PAD is a complex disease involving arterial atherosclerosis, calcification, and microvascular abnormalities, resulting in chronic ischemia. Novel therapies such as hydrogen sulfide show promise in mitigating the destructive effects of PAD by providing vasorelaxant, cytoprotective, and anti-inflammatory properties.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Shuang Zhao, Celine Deslarzes-Dubuis, Severine Urfer, Martine Lambelet, Sebastien Deglise, Florent Allagnat
Summary: This study investigated the expression and regulation of CSE, CBS, and 3-MST enzymes in human saphenous vein and large arteries. The results showed that CSE was negatively regulated by arterial shear stress and inhibited human vascular smooth muscle cell migration.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Daria R. Q. de Almeida, Ancely F. dos Santos, Rosangela A. M. Wailemann, Leticia F. Terra, Vinicius M. Gomes, Gabriel S. Arini, Ester R. M. Bertoldi, Eduardo M. Reis, Mauricio S. Baptista, Leticia Labriola
Summary: Photodynamic therapy (PDT) shows promising results in the treatment of pancreatic ductal adenocarcinomas (PDAC), with necroptosis playing a crucial role in its effectiveness. Activation of specific necroptosis proteins can enhance the treatment efficiency. Analysis of single cell RNA-seq data further supports the use of this approach.
PHOTOCHEMICAL & PHOTOBIOLOGICAL SCIENCES
(2023)
Meeting Abstract
Medicine, General & Internal
Matthieu Halfon, Raffaella Emsley, Thomas Agius, Arnaud Lyon, Florent Allagnat, Pierre-Yves Bochud, Sebastien Deglise, Manuel Pascual, Dela Golshayan, Alban Longchamps
SWISS MEDICAL WEEKLY
(2022)
Meeting Abstract
Medicine, General & Internal
Arnaud Lyon, Thomas Agius, Kevin Kiesworo, Matthieu Halfonl, Sebastien Deglise, Florent Allagnat, Alban Longchamp, Dela Golshayani
SWISS MEDICAL WEEKLY
(2022)
Meeting Abstract
Surgery
T. Agius, J. Songeon, A. Klauser, G. Longchamp, F. Allagnat, A. Nastasi, R. Ruttiman, R. P. H. Meier, C. Toso, L. Buehler, J. -M. Corpataux, F. Lazeyras, A. Longchamp
BRITISH JOURNAL OF SURGERY
(2022)