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Zhu M, Sun Y, Su Y, Guan W, Wang Y, Han J, Wang S, Yang B, Wang Q, Kuang H. Luteolin: A promising multifunctional natural flavonoid for human diseases. Phytother Res 2024; 38:3417-3443. [PMID: 38666435 DOI: 10.1002/ptr.8217] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/02/2024] [Revised: 04/06/2024] [Accepted: 04/14/2024] [Indexed: 07/12/2024]
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Natural products are closely associated with human health. Luteolin (LUT), a flavonoid polyphenolic compound, is widely found in fruits, vegetables, flowers, and herbs. It is noteworthy that LUT exhibits a variety of beneficial pharmacological properties and holds significant potential for clinical applications, particularly in antitumor, anti-convulsion, diabetes control, anti-inflammatory, neuroprotection, anti-oxidation, anti-cardiovascular, and other aspects. The potential mechanism of action has been partially elucidated, including the mediation of NF-κB, toll-like receptor, MAPK, Wnt/β-catenin, PI3K/Akt, AMPK/mTOR, and Nrf-2, among others. The review that aimed to comprehensively consolidate essential information on natural sources, pharmacological effects, therapeutic and preventive potential, as well as potential mechanisms of LUT. The objective is to establish a theoretical basis for the continued development and application of LUT.
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- Mingtao Zhu
- Key Laboratory of Basic and Application Research of Beiyao (Heilongjiang University of Chinese Medicine), Ministry of Education, Harbin, China
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- Key Laboratory of Basic and Application Research of Beiyao (Heilongjiang University of Chinese Medicine), Ministry of Education, Harbin, China
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- Key Laboratory of Basic and Application Research of Beiyao (Heilongjiang University of Chinese Medicine), Ministry of Education, Harbin, China
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- Key Laboratory of Basic and Application Research of Beiyao (Heilongjiang University of Chinese Medicine), Ministry of Education, Harbin, China
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- Key Laboratory of Basic and Application Research of Beiyao (Heilongjiang University of Chinese Medicine), Ministry of Education, Harbin, China
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- Key Laboratory of Basic and Application Research of Beiyao (Heilongjiang University of Chinese Medicine), Ministry of Education, Harbin, China
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- Key Laboratory of Basic and Application Research of Beiyao (Heilongjiang University of Chinese Medicine), Ministry of Education, Harbin, China
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- Key Laboratory of Basic and Application Research of Beiyao (Heilongjiang University of Chinese Medicine), Ministry of Education, Harbin, China
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- School of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Guangdong Pharmaceutical University, Guangzhou, China
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- Key Laboratory of Basic and Application Research of Beiyao (Heilongjiang University of Chinese Medicine), Ministry of Education, Harbin, China
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Zhang L, Zhou X, Zhao J, Wang X. Research hotspots and frontiers of preconditioning in cerebral ischemia: A bibliometric analysis. Heliyon 2024; 10:e24757. [PMID: 38317957 PMCID: PMC10839892 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2024.e24757] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/11/2023] [Revised: 12/13/2023] [Accepted: 01/12/2024] [Indexed: 02/07/2024] Open
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Background Preconditioning is a promising strategy against ischemic brain injury, and numerous studies in vitro and in vivo have demonstrated its neuroprotective effects. However, at present there is no bibliometric analysis of preconditioning in cerebral ischemia. Therefore, a comprehensive overview of the current status, hot spots, and emerging trends in this research field is necessary. Materials and methods Studies on preconditioning in cerebral ischemia from January 1999-December 2022 were retrieved from the Web of Science Core Collection (WOSCC) database. CiteSpace was used for data mining and visual analysis. Results A total of 1738 papers on preconditioning in cerebral ischemia were included in the study. The annual publications showed an upwards and then downwards trend but currently remain high in terms of annual publications. The US was the leading country, followed by China, the most active country in recent years. Capital Medical University published the largest number of articles. Perez-Pinzon, Miguel A contributed the most publications, while KITAGAWA K was the most cited author. The focus of the study covered three areas: (1) relevant diseases and experimental models, (2) types of preconditioning and stimuli, and (3) mechanisms of ischemic tolerance. Remote ischemic preconditioning, preconditioning of mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs), and inflammation are the frontiers of research in this field. Conclusion Our study provides a visual and scientific overview of research on preconditioning in cerebral ischemia, providing valuable information and new directions for researchers.
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- Long Zhang
- First Clinical Medical College, Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Jinan 250355, China
- Department of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Zibo TCM-Integrated Hospital, Zibo ,255026, China
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- First Clinical Medical College, Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Jinan 250355, China
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- First Clinical Medical College, Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Jinan 250355, China
- Experimental Center, Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Jinan 250355, China
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- Division of Neurology, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Jinan, 250001, China
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Naseroleslami M, Sharifi M, Rakhshan K, Mokhtari B, Aboutaleb N. Nesfatin-1 attenuates injury in a rat model of myocardial infarction by targeting autophagy, inflammation, and apoptosis. Arch Physiol Biochem 2023; 129:122-130. [PMID: 32762481 DOI: 10.1080/13813455.2020.1802486] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 18.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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Nesfatin-1 plays an important role in the modulation of heart performance. However, it remains unclear how nesfatin-1 contributes to cell survival in acute myocardial infarction (MI). A rat model of MI was established via ligation of left anterior descending coronary artery (LAD) for 30 min and 20 µg/kg concentration of nesfatin-1 was intraperitoneally infused prior to reperfusion. At 24 h after reperfusion, oxidative stress markers, the expression of caspase3, beclin-1, pro-inflammatory cytokines, and the mRNA levels of Bax and Bcl-2 were evaluated. Results showed that nesfatin-1 markedly restored GSH content and SOD activity as well as reduced MDA levels compared to only the MI group (p < .05). Likewise, nesfatin-1 contributed to cell survival by inhibiting autophagy and apoptosis markers such as caspase3 and Bax (p < .05). Collectively, these findings support the idea that nasfatin-1 can be used as a good candidate to treat MI by targeting oxidative stress, apoptosis, and autophagy.
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- Maryam Naseroleslami
- Department of Cellular and Molecular Biology, Faculty of Advanced Science and Technology, Tehran Medical Sciences, Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran
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- Physiology Research Center, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
- Department of Physiology, Faculty of Medicine, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Physiology, Faculty of Medicine, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Physiology Research Center, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
- Department of Physiology, Faculty of Medicine, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Physiology Research Center, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
- Department of Physiology, Faculty of Medicine, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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Li XT. The modulation of potassium channels by estrogens facilitates neuroprotection. Front Cell Dev Biol 2022; 10:998009. [PMID: 36393851 PMCID: PMC9643774 DOI: 10.3389/fcell.2022.998009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/19/2022] [Accepted: 10/11/2022] [Indexed: 08/31/2023] Open
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Estrogens, the sex hormones, have the potential to govern multiple cellular functions, such as proliferation, apoptosis, differentiation, and homeostasis, and to exert numerous beneficial influences for the cardiovascular system, nervous system, and bones in genomic and/or non-genomic ways. Converging evidence indicates that estrogens serve a crucial role in counteracting neurodegeneration and ischemic injury; they are thereby being considered as a potent neuroprotectant for preventing neurological diseases such as Alzheimer's disease and stroke. The underlying mechanism of neuroprotective effects conferred by estrogens is thought to be complex and multifactorial, and it remains obscure. It is well established that the K+ channels broadly expressed in a variety of neural subtypes determine the essential physiological features of neuronal excitability, and dysfunction of these channels is closely associated with diverse brain deficits, such as ataxia and epilepsy. A growing body of evidence supports a neuroprotective role of K+ channels in malfunctions of nervous tissues, with the channels even being a therapeutic target in clinical trials. As multitarget steroid hormones, estrogens also regulate the activity of distinct K+ channels to generate varying biological actions, and accumulated data delineate that some aspects of estrogen-mediated neuroprotection may arise from the impact on multiple K+ channels, including Kv, BK, KATP, and K2P channels. The response of these K+ channels after acute or chronic exposure to estrogens may oppose pathological abnormality in nervous cells, which serves to extend our understanding of these phenomena.
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- Xian-Tao Li
- School of Medicine, Guizhou University, Guiyang, China
- Department of Neuroscience, South-Central University for Nationalities, Wuhan, China
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Akhiani O, Zangouie N, Laripour R, Rashidian A, Ebrahimi M, Hami Z, Chamanara M. Sub-Flap Use of Nano-Selenium Oxide Solution Enhances Skin Flap Viability in Rats: Study the Novel Role of mTOR and p-mTOR Expression. Aesthetic Plast Surg 2022; 46:1452-1462. [PMID: 35048147 DOI: 10.1007/s00266-021-02681-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/07/2021] [Accepted: 11/14/2021] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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BACKGROUND Nano-selenium oxide (NSeO) particles are highly noticeable due to their tissue-protective and antioxidant properties. For this purpose, the effect of NSeO was evaluated on skin flap survival and flap oxidative stress markers in rats. Also, another effect of NSeO was investigated on the expression of mTOR and p-mTOR. MATERIALS AND METHODS Fifty rats were divided into five groups of ten. Skin flap size was 3×8 cm in all groups. Groups were: (1) Sham, (2) Flap Surgery group, (3) Flap Surgery + NSeO, (4) Flap Surgery + Rapamycin (mTOR inhibitor), (5) Flap Surgery + Rapamycin + NSeO. The flap necrosis rate was computed using the paper pattern method on day seven after surgery. After day seven, flap tissues were collected for histological evaluations. Then, malondialdehyde (MDA) content and superoxide dismutase (SOD) activity were measured. Furthermore, the expression levels of mTOR and p-mTOR were measured using the Western blot method. RESULTS Treatment with NSeO significantly reduced necrosis (P<0.05). It also resulted in a decrease in MDA level (P<0.05). Histologically, NSeO reduced inflammation and increased positive signs of tissue healing (epithelialization, neovascularization, fibroblast migration, and granulation tissue). NSeO increased SOD activity significantly (P<0.05), whereas, using rapamycin reversed these effects. Also, in all groups, mTOR changes were not significant. Additionally, p-mTOR expression was significantly reduced in groups that rapamycin was injected. CONCLUSION NSeO can reduce flap necrosis and enhance tissue healing in rats. So, it can potentially be used clinically to promote tissue repair significantly, and its effects are independent of the mTOR pathway. NO LEVEL ASSIGNED This journal requires that authors assign a level of evidence to each submission to which Evidence-Based Medicine rankings are applicable. This excludes Review Articles, Book Reviews, and manuscripts that concern Basic Science, Animal Studies, Cadaver Studies, and Experimental Studies. For a full description of these Evidence-Based Medicine ratings, please refer to the Table of Contents or the online Instructions to Authors www.springer.com/00266 .
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- Omid Akhiani
- Department of Pharmacology, School of Medicine, Aja University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
- Department of Pharmacology and toxicology, School of Pharmacy, Iran university of medical sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Pharmaceutical Sciences Branch, Tehran Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran
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- Center for Educational Research in Medical Sciences, University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
- School of Medicine, Aja University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Pharmacology, School of Medicine, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of pharmacology and toxicology, Faculty of Medicine, AJA University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Toxicology Research Center, Aja University of Medical Sciences, 1411718541, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Pharmacology, School of Medicine, Aja University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
- Toxicology Research Center, Aja University of Medical Sciences, 1411718541, Tehran, Iran.
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The Novel Role of Crocus sativus L. in Enhancing Skin Flap Survival by Affecting Apoptosis Independent of mTOR: A Data-Virtualized Study. Aesthetic Plast Surg 2022; 46:3047-3062. [PMID: 36044060 PMCID: PMC9430006 DOI: 10.1007/s00266-022-03048-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/22/2022] [Accepted: 07/25/2022] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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BACKGROUND Despite the improvements to enhance skin flap viability, the effects of ischemia-reperfusion (IR), oxidative stress, necrosis, and apoptosis are still challenging. Crocus sativus L. (Saffron) is highly noticeable due to its tissue-protective and antioxidant properties. So, we aimed to investigate its effects on skin flap viability, oxidative stress, apoptosis markers, histopathological changes, and mTOR/p-mTOR expression. MATERIALS AND METHODS 40 Sprauge-Dawley rats, weighting 200-240 g, were divided into four groups including: (1) Sham (8 × 3 cm skin cut, without elevation); (2) Flap Surgery (8 × 3 cm skin flap with elevation from its bed); (3) Saffron 40 mg/kg + Flap Surgery; and (4) Saffron 80 mg/kg + Flap Surgery. Saffron was administrated orally for 7 days. At day 7, flap necrosis percentage, histopathological changes, malondialdehyde level, Myeloperoxidase and superoxide dismutase activity, Bax, Bcl-2, mTOR, and p-mTOR expression were measured. Protein expressions were controlled by β-Actin. RESULTS Saffron administration decreased flap necrosis percentage (p < 0.01), which was not dose-dependent. Treatment groups showed significant histological healing signs (Neovascularization, Fibroblast migration, Epithelialization, and Epithelialization thickness), decreased MDA content (p < 0.01), increased SOD (p < 0.01) and decreased MPO activity (p < 0.01). Bax and Bcl-2 expression, decreased and increased respectively in treated groups (p < 0.0001). mTOR and p-mTOR expression were not changed significantly in Saffron treated groups. CONCLUSION Saffron could increase skin flap viability, alleviate necrosis, decrease oxidative stress and decrease apoptotic cell death, after skin flap surgery, but it acts independent of the mTOR pathway. So, Saffron could potentially be used clinically to enhance skin flap viability. NO LEVEL ASSIGNED This journal requires that authors assign a level of evidence to each submission to which Evidence-Based Medicine rankings are applicable. This excludes Review Articles, Book Reviews, and manuscripts that concern Basic Science, Animal Studies, Cadaver Studies, and Experimental Studies. For a full description of these Evidence-Based Medicine ratings, please refer to the Table of Contents or the online Instructions to Authors www.springer.com/00266. https://www.springer.com/00266.
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Liu J, Gu Y, Guo M, Ji X. Neuroprotective effects and mechanisms of ischemic/hypoxic preconditioning on neurological diseases. CNS Neurosci Ther 2021; 27:869-882. [PMID: 34237192 PMCID: PMC8265941 DOI: 10.1111/cns.13642] [Citation(s) in RCA: 37] [Impact Index Per Article: 12.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/22/2020] [Revised: 03/23/2021] [Accepted: 03/24/2021] [Indexed: 12/20/2022] Open
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As the organ with the highest demand for oxygen, the brain has a poor tolerance to ischemia and hypoxia. Despite severe ischemia/hypoxia induces the occurrence and development of various central nervous system (CNS) diseases, sublethal insult may induce strong protection against subsequent fatal injuries by improving tolerance. Searching for potential measures to improve brain ischemic/hypoxic is of great significance for treatment of ischemia/hypoxia related CNS diseases. Ischemic/hypoxic preconditioning (I/HPC) refers to the approach to give the body a short period of mild ischemic/hypoxic stimulus which can significantly improve the body's tolerance to subsequent more severe ischemia/hypoxia event. It has been extensively studied and been considered as an effective therapeutic strategy in CNS diseases. Its protective mechanisms involved multiple processes, such as activation of hypoxia signaling pathways, anti-inflammation, antioxidant stress, and autophagy induction, etc. As a strategy to induce endogenous neuroprotection, I/HPC has attracted extensive attention and become one of the research frontiers and hotspots in the field of neurotherapy. In this review, we discuss the basic and clinical research progress of I/HPC on CNS diseases, and summarize its mechanisms. Furthermore, we highlight the limitations and challenges of their translation from basic research to clinical application.
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- Jia Liu
- Laboratory of Brain Disorders, Ministry of Science and Technology, Collaborative Innovation Center for Brain Disorders, Beijing Institute of Brain Disorders, Beijing Advanced Innovation Center for Big Data-based Precision Medicine, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
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- Laboratory of Brain Disorders, Ministry of Science and Technology, Collaborative Innovation Center for Brain Disorders, Beijing Institute of Brain Disorders, Beijing Advanced Innovation Center for Big Data-based Precision Medicine, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
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- Laboratory of Brain Disorders, Ministry of Science and Technology, Collaborative Innovation Center for Brain Disorders, Beijing Institute of Brain Disorders, Beijing Advanced Innovation Center for Big Data-based Precision Medicine, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
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- Laboratory of Brain Disorders, Ministry of Science and Technology, Collaborative Innovation Center for Brain Disorders, Beijing Institute of Brain Disorders, Beijing Advanced Innovation Center for Big Data-based Precision Medicine, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China.,Department of Neurosurgery, Xuanwu Hospital, Capital Medical University, Beijing, China
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Physical Training Moderates Blood-Brain-Barrier Disruption and Improves Cognitive Dysfunction Related to Transient Brain Ischemia in Rats. NEUROPHYSIOLOGY+ 2020. [DOI: 10.1007/s11062-020-09840-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/22/2022]
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Sheng A, Su L, Wang J, Xue T, Wang P, Zhang J. Hydrazone chemistry mediated toehold strand displacement cascade and its application for 5-hydroxymethylfurfural analysis. Anal Chim Acta 2020; 1104:110-116. [DOI: 10.1016/j.aca.2020.01.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/24/2019] [Revised: 12/17/2019] [Accepted: 01/05/2020] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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Saghahazrati S, Ayatollahi SA, Kobarfard F, Minaii Zang B. Attenuation of inflammation in streptozotocin-induced diabetic rabbits by Matricaria chamomilla oil: A focus on targeting NF-κB and NLRP3 signaling pathways. CHINESE HERBAL MEDICINES 2020; 12:73-78. [PMID: 36117563 PMCID: PMC9476470 DOI: 10.1016/j.chmed.2019.12.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/27/2019] [Revised: 07/03/2019] [Accepted: 08/13/2019] [Indexed: 11/19/2022] Open
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Objectives The present study was conducted to investigate the protective effects of chamomile oil from Matricaria chamomilla against type 1 diabetes mellitus (T1DM) and its potential mechanisms. Methods T1DM was established in male New Zealand white rabbits via a single intraperitoneal infusion of streptozotocin (STZ) (80 mg/kg body weight−1, dissolved in 0.2 mL of normal saline). Different doses of chamomile oil (25, 50 and 100 mg/kg) were orally administrated to STZ induced diabetic rabbits for 21 consecutive days. The expression of pro-inflammatory cytokines was determined using ELISA assay. The expression of NF-κB and NLRP3 was measured using Western blot assay. Results Compared with normal rabbits, STZ-induced diabetic rabbits exhibited significant increased levels of blood glucose and decreased levels of serum insulin that were reversed using middle and high tested dose of chamomile oil. Likewise, STZ-induced diabetic rabbits showed a significant increased expression of NF-κB and NLRP3 proteins in the pancreas tissue that was reversed by high tested dose of chamomile oil. Conclusion Collectively, our findings demonstrated that chamomile oil possesses anti-hyperglycemic, and anti-inflammatory activities in STZ-induced diabetic rabbits by targeting inflammatory cytokines and NF-κB and NLRP3 signaling pathways.
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- Saeid Saghahazrati
- Phytochemistry Research Center, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran 19839-63113, Iran
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- Phytochemistry Research Center, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran 19839-63113, Iran
- Department of Pharmacognosy, School of Pharmacy, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran 19839-63113, Iran
- Department of Chemistry, Richardson College for Environmental Science Complex, University of Winnipeg, Winnipeg R3C1X6, Canada
- Corresponding author.
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- Phytochemistry Research Center, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran 19839-63113, Iran
- Department of Medicinal Chemistry, Shaheed Beheshti School of Pharmacy, Tehran 19839-63113, Iran
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- Department of Histology, Faculty of Medicine, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran 1416753955, Iran
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Hosseini M, Sarveazad A, Babahajian A, Baikpour M, Vaccaro AR, Chapman JR, Yousefifard M, Rahimi-Movaghar V. Effect of vitamins C and E on recovery of motor function after spinal cord injury: systematic review and meta-analysis of animal studies. Nutr Rev 2019; 78:465-473. [DOI: 10.1093/nutrit/nuz076] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
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Context
Many animal studies have evaluated the role of vitamins in the recovery of motor function after spinal cord injury, but their results have been contradictory and no consensus has been reached.
Objective
This meta-analysis aimed to investigate the effects of vitamin C and vitamin E on recovery of motor function after spinal cord injury in animal models.
Data Sources
Two authors independently collected the records of relevant articles published in MEDLINE, Embase, Scopus, and Web of Science through November 2018.
Study Selection
All studies conducted in animal models to evaluate the therapeutic effects of vitamin C or vitamin E or both on recovery of motor function after spinal cord injury were included. Studies that lacked a control group or a standard treatment, lacked an assessment of motor function, included genetically modified/engineered animals, included animals pretreated with vitamin C or vitamin E, or combined vitamin treatment with other methods, such as cell therapies, were excluded.
Data Extraction
Data from 10 articles met the inclusion criteria for meta-analysis, conducted in accordance with PRISMA guidelines.
Results
Daily supplementation with vitamin C (P < 0.0001) and vitamin E (P < 0.0001) significantly improved the recovery of motor function in animals affected by spinal cord injury. Vitamin C supplementation is effective only when administered intraperitoneally (P < 0.0001). Concurrent supplementation with both vitamins does not show better efficacy than treatment with either one alone.
Conclusion
Administration of vitamin C and vitamin E in animal models of spinal cord injury significantly improves the recovery of motor function.
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- Mostafa Hosseini
- Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, School of Public Health, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Colorectal Research Center, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Liver and Digestive Research Center, Research Institute for Health Development, Kurdistan University of Medical Sciences, Sanandaj, Iran
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- Department of Medicine, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Orthopedics and Neurosurgery, Rothman Institute, Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
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- Swedish Neuroscience Institute, Swedish Medical Center, Seattle, Washington, USA
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- Physiology Research Center, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Sina Trauma and Surgery Research Center, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran, and with the Brain and Spinal Injuries Research Center (BASIR), Neuroscience Institute, Imam Khomeini Hospital, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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Nasseri Maleki S, Aboutaleb N, Nazarinia D, Allahverdi Beik S, Qolamian A, Nobakht M. Conditioned medium obtained from human amniotic membrane-derived mesenchymal stem cell attenuates heart failure injury in rats. IRANIAN JOURNAL OF BASIC MEDICAL SCIENCES 2019; 22:1253-1258. [PMID: 32128088 PMCID: PMC7038431 DOI: 10.22038/ijbms.2019.36617.8722] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/01/2018] [Accepted: 04/05/2019] [Indexed: 12/27/2022]
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OBJECTIVES Heart failure (HF) is one of the leading causes of death worldwide. Due to beneficial effects of stem cells, paracrine secretion of them has recently been used by researchers. The purpose of this study was to investigate the effects of intravenous injection (IV) of conditioned medium (CM) of human amniotic membrane-derived mesenchymal stem cell (MSC-CM) on HF. MATERIALS AND METHODS Male Wistar rats (n=35, 180 g) were randomly divided into five groups: sham, HF, HF+MSC-CM, HF+culture medium and HF+phosphate-buffered saline (PBS). To induce HF, isoproterenol (170 mg/kg/d) was injected subcutaneously for 4 consecutive days. After 28 days, induction of HF was evaluated by echocardiography. A day after echocardiography, 50 μg culture medium/5 ml PBS in HF+culture medium group, 50 μg MSC-CM/5 ml PBS in HF+MSC-CM group and 5 ml PBS in HF+PBS group were injected two times for 4 successive days. The echocardiography was performed 4 weeks after the last injection of isoproterenol. To evaluate the fibrosis, morphology, and cardiac function, Trichrome Masson's staining, Hematoxylin and Eosin staining and echocardiography were performed, respectively. RESULTS CM significantly increased fractional shortening and ejection fraction, and also significantly decreased apoptotic nuclear condensation. Moreover, significant decreased level of fibrosis and increased level of angiogenesis was observed in the treatment group (P<0.05). CONCLUSION Our results indicated that IV injection of CM has therapeutic effects on HF by reducing fibrosis and preventing the progression of failure due to its paracrine effects.
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- Solmaz Nasseri Maleki
- Physiology Research Center and Department of Physiology, Faculty of Medicine, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Physiology Research Center and Department of Physiology, Faculty of Medicine, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Physiology, Faculty of Medicine, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Physiology Research Center and Department of Physiology, Faculty of Medicine, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Physiology Research Center and Department of Physiology, Faculty of Medicine, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Histology and Neuroscience, Anti-microbial Resistance Research Center, School of Medicine, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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Nazarinia D, Aboutaleb N, Gholamzadeh R, Nasseri Maleki S, Mokhtari B, Nikougoftar M. Conditioned medium obtained from human amniotic mesenchymal stem cells attenuates focal cerebral ischemia/reperfusion injury in rats by targeting mTOR pathway. J Chem Neuroanat 2019; 102:101707. [PMID: 31672459 DOI: 10.1016/j.jchemneu.2019.101707] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/02/2019] [Revised: 10/22/2019] [Accepted: 10/23/2019] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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Conditioned medium obtained from human amniotic mesenchymal stem cells (hAMSC-CM) was recently shown to have many antioxidant, antiapoptotic and proangiogenic growth factors. The present study was performed to investigate whether protective effects of hAMSC-CM against focal cerebral ischemia/ reperfusion (I/R) injury is associated with modulation of the mammalian target of rapamycin (mTOR) pathway. A rat model of middle cerebral artery occlusion (MCAO) was created and the animals were divided into three groups including sham, MCAO and MCAO + hAMSC-CM. Drug was administrated immediately after cerebral reperfusion (i.v). The expressions of mTOR, p-mTOR and LC3 were measured using Western blotting and real time-PCR, respectively. Apoptosis and neuronal loss were determined using TUNEL and Nissl staining, respectively. Infarct volume and the blood-brain barrier (BBB) damage were evaluated using 2,3,5-triphenyltetrazolium chloride (TTC) staining and Evans Blue (EB) uptake, respectively. Compared with sham, significant infarct volume, apoptotic cell death, and neuronal loss were found in MCAO rats that reversed by hAMSC-CM (P < 0.05). Likewise, MCAO rats exhibited increased mRNA level of light-chain 3 (LC3) and the LC3II/LC3I ratio as well as decreased expression level of p-mTOR that reversed by hAMSC-CM (P < 0.05). There were no significant differences in the expression of total mTOR among the experimental groups. In summary, our results demonstrate that hAMSC-CM gives rise to neuroprotection following ischemic stroke by restoring mTOR activity and inhibiting autophagy.
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- Donya Nazarinia
- Physiology Research Center and Department of Physiology, Faculty of Medicine, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Physiology Research Center and Department of Physiology, Faculty of Medicine, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
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- Physiology Research Center and Department of Physiology, Faculty of Medicine, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Physiology Research Center and Department of Physiology, Faculty of Medicine, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Physiology Research Center and Department of Physiology, Faculty of Medicine, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Blood Transfusion Research Center, High Institute for Research and Education in Transfusion Medicine, Tehran, Iran
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Amani H, Mostafavi E, Alebouyeh MR, Arzaghi H, Akbarzadeh A, Pazoki-Toroudi H, Webster TJ. Would Colloidal Gold Nanocarriers Present An Effective Diagnosis Or Treatment For Ischemic Stroke? Int J Nanomedicine 2019; 14:8013-8031. [PMID: 31632015 PMCID: PMC6789974 DOI: 10.2147/ijn.s210035] [Citation(s) in RCA: 117] [Impact Index Per Article: 23.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/26/2019] [Accepted: 09/17/2019] [Indexed: 12/21/2022] Open
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INTRODUCTION This study was conducted to evaluate OX26-PEG-coated gold nanoparticles (GNPs) (OX26@GNPs) as a novel targeted nanoparticulate system on cell survival after ischemic stroke. MATERIALS AND METHODS Dynamic light scattering (DLS), zeta sizer, and transmission electron microscopy (TEM) were performed to characterize the OX26@GNPs. The effect of OX26@GNPs on infarct volume, neuronal loss, and necroptosis was evaluated 24 h after reperfusion using 2, 3,5-Triphenyltetrazolium chloride (TTC) staining, Nissl staining and Western blot assay, respectively. RESULTS Conjugation of OX26-PEG to the surface of the 25 nm colloidal gold particles increased their size to 32±2 nm, while a zeta potential change of -40.4 to 3.40 mV remarkably increased the stability of the nanoparticles. Most importantly, OX26@GNPs significantly increased the infarcted brain tissue, while bare GNPs and PEGylated GNPs had no effect on the infarct volume. However, our results indicated an extension of necroptotic cell death, followed by cell membrane damage. CONCLUSION Collectively, our results showed that the presently formulated OX26@GNPs are not suitable nanocarriers nor contrast agents under oxidative stress for the diagnosis and treatment of ischemic stroke. Moreover, our findings suggest that the cytotoxicity of GNPs in the brain is significantly associated with their surface charge.
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- Hamed Amani
- Department of Medical Nanotechnology, Faculty of Advanced Technologies in Medicine, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
- Physiology Research Center, Faculty of Medicine, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, Northeastern University, Boston, MA, USA
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- Anesthesia Department, Faculty of Medicine, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Medical Biotechnology, Faculty of Allied Medical Sciences, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Medical Nanotechnology, Faculty of Advanced Medical Sciences, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
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- Physiology Research Center and Department of Physiology, Faculty of Medicine, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, Northeastern University, Boston, MA, USA
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Mohammadi Z, Sharif Zak M, Majdi H, Mostafavi E, Barati M, Lotfimehr H, Ghaseminasab K, Pazoki-Toroudi H, Webster TJ, Akbarzadeh A. The effect of chrysin–curcumin-loaded nanofibres on the wound-healing process in male rats. ARTIFICIAL CELLS NANOMEDICINE AND BIOTECHNOLOGY 2019; 47:1642-1652. [DOI: 10.1080/21691401.2019.1594855] [Citation(s) in RCA: 29] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
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- Zoheyr Mohammadi
- Department of Medical Biotechnology, Faculty of Advanced Medical Sciences, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
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- Department of Clinical Biochemistry, Faculty of Medical Sciences, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
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- Department of Medical Nanotechnology, Faculty of Advanced Medical Sciences, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, Northeastern University, Boston, MA, USA
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- School of Nutrition and Food Technology, Cellular and Molecular Nutrition Department, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Applied Cell Sciences, Faculty of Advanced Medical Sciences, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
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- Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Physiology Research Center and Department of Physiology, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Chemical Engineering, Northeastern University, Boston, MA, USA
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- Tuberculosis and Lung Disease Research Center of Tabriz, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran
- Universal Scientific and Education Network (USERN), Tabriz, Iran
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Aboutaleb N, Faezi M, Nasseri Maleki S, Nazarinia D, Razavi Tousi SMT, Hashemirad N. Conditioned medium obtained from mesenchymal stem cells attenuates focal cerebral ischemia reperfusion injury through activation of ERK1/ERK2-BDNF signaling pathway. J Chem Neuroanat 2019; 97:87-98. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jchemneu.2019.02.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/05/2018] [Revised: 02/13/2019] [Accepted: 02/17/2019] [Indexed: 12/23/2022]
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Shoorei H, Banimohammad M, Kebria MM, Afshar M, Taheri MMH, Shokoohi M, Farashah MSG, Eftekharzadeh M, Akhiani O, Gaspar R, Pazoki-Toroudi H. Hesperidin improves the follicular development in 3D culture of isolated preantral ovarian follicles of mice. Exp Biol Med (Maywood) 2019; 244:352-361. [PMID: 30781997 PMCID: PMC6488865 DOI: 10.1177/1535370219831615] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/13/2018] [Accepted: 01/26/2019] [Indexed: 12/16/2022] Open
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IMPACT STATEMENT It has been stated that hesperidin has many pharmacological effects, such as anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects, antimicrobial activity, and anti-carcinogenic activity; but hesperidin and its derivatives have been under investigation as anti-fertility factors for a very long time. However, our results show that hesperidin can improve mice follicular growth and maturation during in vitro 3D culture. Hesperidin as an antioxidant factor could enhance the mRNA expression levels of two important genes involved in folliculogenesis, PCNA, and FSH-R. Our results prove for the first time that hesperidin not only has deleterious effects on follicular development but can also increase rates of in vitro fertilization and embryo development.
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- Hamed Shoorei
- Department of Anatomical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, Tabriz
University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz 5166/15731, Iran
- Department of Anatomical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, Birjand
University of Medical Sciences, Birjand 9717853577, Iran
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- Physiology Research Center, Faculty of Medicine, Iran University
of Medical Sciences, Tehran 1449614535, Iran
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- Department of Anatomical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, Tarbiat
Modares University, Tehran 331-14115, Iran
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- Department of Anatomical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, Birjand
University of Medical Sciences, Birjand 9717853577, Iran
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- Department of Anatomical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, Birjand
University of Medical Sciences, Birjand 9717853577, Iran
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- Department of Anatomical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, Tabriz
University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz 5166/15731, Iran
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- Department of Anatomical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, Tabriz
University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz 5166/15731, Iran
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- Department of Anatomy, School of Medicine, Iran University of
Medical Sciences, Tehran 1449614535, Iran
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- Department of Pharmacodynamics and Biopharmacy, Faculty of
Pharmacy, University of Szeged, Szeged H-6720, Hungary
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- Department of Pharmacodynamics and Biopharmacy, Faculty of
Pharmacy, University of Szeged, Szeged H-6720, Hungary
- Department of Pharmacology and Pharmacotherapy,
Interdisciplinary Excellence Centre, University of Szeged, Szeged H-6720,
Hungary
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- Physiology Research Center, Faculty of Medicine, Iran University
of Medical Sciences, Tehran 1449614535, Iran
- Department of Physiology, Faculty of Medicine, Iran University
of Medical Sciences, Tehran 1449614535, Iran
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Farrokhi M, Gashti MZ, Hoormand M, Bakhtiarian A, Habibi R. Combination therapy profoundly improved skin flap survival by modulating KATP channels and nitric oxide. Adv Med Sci 2019; 64:117-123. [PMID: 30640077 DOI: 10.1016/j.advms.2018.08.015] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/18/2017] [Revised: 07/20/2018] [Accepted: 08/31/2018] [Indexed: 12/27/2022]
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PURPOSE A potential therapeutic approach on skin flap necrosis is to target parallel pathways involved in necrosis. Azelaic Acid, Minoxidil and Caffeine combination was tried on skin flap survival by their possible interaction with ATP sensitive potassium (KATP) channels and nitric oxide pathway. MATERIAL AND METHODS Sprauge-Dawley rats were divided into 8 groups for skin flap surgery. Azelaic acid, minoxidil, caffeine, or their combination were applied topically in different groups. Two additional groups were treated with L-NAME or glibenclamide in addition to the combination therapy. Percentage of flap necrosis was calculated and flap samples were removed to measure tissue malondialdehyde (MDA) and nitric oxide (NO) and expression of inducible nitric oxide synthase (iNOS), Bcl-2 and Bax proteins. RESULTS Combination therapy profoundly decreased skin flap necrosis, tissue MDA contents, and expression of the pro-apoptotic protein Bax (p < 0.05 vs. single treatments). These effects were reversed by L-NAME and glibenclamide pre-treatments. Further evaluations showed combination therapy increases flap tissue NO content and iNOS expression (p < 0.05 vs. single treatments). CONCLUSION Beneficial effect of the combination therapy with azelaic acid, minoxidil and caffeine therapy on rescuing the flap from necrosis by targeting parallel signaling pathways suggested potential applications in clinical practice.
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- Mahtab Farrokhi
- Department of Pharmacy, School of Pharmacy, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Pharmacology, School of Medicine, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
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- Department of Pharmacy, School of Pharmacy, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Physiology Research Center, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
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Ghanbari F, Khaksari M, Vaezi G, Hojati V, Shiravi A. Hydrogen Sulfide Protects Hippocampal Neurons Against Methamphetamine Neurotoxicity Via Inhibition of Apoptosis and Neuroinflammation. J Mol Neurosci 2018; 67:133-141. [DOI: 10.1007/s12031-018-1218-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/06/2018] [Accepted: 11/11/2018] [Indexed: 12/28/2022]
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Aboutaleb N, Jamali H, Abolhasani M, Pazoki Toroudi H. Lavender oil (Lavandula angustifolia) attenuates renal ischemia/reperfusion injury in rats through suppression of inflammation, oxidative stress and apoptosis. Biomed Pharmacother 2018; 110:9-19. [PMID: 30453254 DOI: 10.1016/j.biopha.2018.11.045] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/03/2018] [Revised: 11/04/2018] [Accepted: 11/10/2018] [Indexed: 12/21/2022] Open
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Renal ischemia/reperfusion (I/R) injury following kidney transplantation has been found to be a great clinical problem owing to initiation of acute inflammatory responses and subsequently rapid loss of kidney function. It is well known that lavender oil exhibits an extensive spectrum of pharmacological and biochemical activities. The purpose of this study was to clarify molecular targets of lavender in treatment of this disease. Male Wistar rats weighing 200-250 g were divided into three major groups: sham, I/R, and I/R + different doses of lavender oil (L1:50 mg/kg, L2: 100 mg/kg, and L3: 200 mg/kg). A rat model of renal I/R (45 min ischemia and 24 h reperfusion) was created and lavender was administrated at 1 h after the beginning of reperfusion (i.p). Activities of antioxidant enzymes such as SOD, GPX, and CAT, and lipid peroxidation were evaluated. The expression of inflammatory cytokines such as TNFα, IL1β, and IL10 was determined by IHC and ELISA assay. Apoptosis activity and tissue damage were evaluated by TUNEL and H & E staining, respectively. Our results showed that lavender oil markedly restored activities of antioxidant enzymes and reduced lipid peroxidation (P < 0.05). Lavender significantly decreased levels of TNFα and IL1β and increased level of IL10 in a dose-dependent manner (P < 0.05). Lavender reduced TUNEL positive cells in a dose-dependent manner. However, lavender reduced damage to peritubular capillaries and contributed to preservation of normal morphology of renal cells. In sum, our findings establish a fundamental foundation for future drug industry to decrease the rates of rejection in kidney transplant patients.
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- Nahid Aboutaleb
- Physiology Research Center and Department of Physiology, Faculty of Medicine, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
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- Physiology Research Center and Department of Physiology, Faculty of Medicine, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
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- Oncopathology Research Center, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran; Pathology Department, Hasheminejad Kidney Center, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
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- Physiology Research Center and Department of Physiology, Faculty of Medicine, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
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Shafahi M, Vaezi G, Shajiee H, Sharafi S, Khaksari M. Crocin Inhibits Apoptosis and Astrogliosis of Hippocampus Neurons Against Methamphetamine Neurotoxicity via Antioxidant and Anti-inflammatory Mechanisms. Neurochem Res 2018; 43:2252-2259. [PMID: 30259275 DOI: 10.1007/s11064-018-2644-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 48] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/03/2018] [Revised: 09/11/2018] [Accepted: 09/19/2018] [Indexed: 01/19/2023]
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Methamphetamine (METH) is a stimulant drug, which can cause neurotoxicity and increase the risk of neurodegenerative disorders. The mechanisms of acute METH intoxication comprise intra-neuronal events including oxidative stress, dopamine oxidation, and excitotoxicity. According to recent studies, crocin protects neurons by functioning as an anti-oxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anti-apoptotic compound. Accordingly, this study aimed to determine if crocin can protect against METH-induced neurotoxicity. Seventy-two male Wistar rats that weighed 260-300 g were randomly allocated to six groups of control (n = 12), crocin 90 mg/kg group (n = 12), METH (n = 12), METH + crocin 30 mg/kg (n = 12), METH + crocin 60 mg/kg (n = 12), and METH + crocin 90 mg/kg (n = 12). METH neurotoxicity was induced by 40 mg/kg of METH in four injections (e.g., 4 × 10 mg/kg q. 2 h, IP). Crocin was intraperitoneally (IP) injected at 30 min, 24 h, and 48 h after the final injection of METH. Seven days after METH injection, the rats' brains were removed for biochemical assessment using the ELISA technique, and immunohistochemistry staining was used for caspase-3 and glial fibrillary acidic protein (GFAP) detection. Crocin treatment could significantly increase superoxide dismutase (P < 0.05) and glutathione (P < 0.01) levels and reduce malondialdehyde and TNF-α in comparison with the METH group (P < 0.05). Moreover, crocin could significantly decline the level of caspase-3 and GFAP-positive cells in the CA1 region (P < 0.01). According to the results, crocin exerts neuroprotective effects on METH neurotoxicity via the inhibition of apoptosis and neuroinflammation.
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- Monire Shafahi
- Department of Biology, Damghan Branch, Islamic Azad University, Damghan, Iran
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- Department of Biology, Damghan Branch, Islamic Azad University, Damghan, Iran
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- Department of Biology, Damghan Branch, Islamic Azad University, Damghan, Iran
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- Department of Biology, Damghan Branch, Islamic Azad University, Damghan, Iran
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- Addiction Research Center, Shahroud University of Medical Sciences, Shahroud, Iran.
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Modified Ultrafiltration in Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting: A Randomized, Double-Blinded, Controlled Clinical Trial. IRANIAN RED CRESCENT MEDICAL JOURNAL 2018. [DOI: 10.5812/ircmj.66187] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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Faezi M, Nasseri Maleki S, Aboutaleb N, Nikougoftar M. The membrane mesenchymal stem cell derived conditioned medium exerts neuroprotection against focal cerebral ischemia by targeting apoptosis. J Chem Neuroanat 2018; 94:21-31. [PMID: 30121327 DOI: 10.1016/j.jchemneu.2018.08.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/23/2018] [Revised: 08/12/2018] [Accepted: 08/13/2018] [Indexed: 12/16/2022]
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OBJECTIVE The mesenchymal stem cells derived from human amniotic membrane have the ability to secrete and release some factors that can promote the repair of damaged tissues. This secretome contains proteins and factors that reduce apoptosis and increase angiogenesis in the ischemia/reperfusion models. The present study was conducted to determine whether this secretome provides protection against transient focal cerebral ischemia. MATERIALS AND METHODS A rat model of focal cerebral ischemia was established through middle cerebral artery occlusion (MCAO) for 60 min and 24 h reperfusion. The amniotic mesenchymal stem cells-conditioned medium (AMSC-CM) at the dose of 0.5 μl was injected intracerebroventriculary (ICV) 30 min after reperfusion. Infarct volume, brain edema, neurobehavioral functions, and blood brain barrier (BBB) integrity were assessed 24 h after reperfusion. Neuronal loss and expression of caspase-3, Bax and Bcl-2 in motor cortex were evaluated by nissl staining and immunohistochemistry assay respectively. RESULTS ICV administration of AMSC-CM markedly reduced infarct volume, brain edema and the evans blue penetration rate compared with MCAO group (P < 0.05). Additionally, post-treatment with AMSC-CM significantly reduced neuronal loss, neurological motor disorders and expression of caspase-3, Bax and Bcl-2 in motor cortex compared with MCAO group (P < 0.05). CONCLUSION The results of this study indicate that treatment with AMSC-CM improves the pathological effects in the acute phase of cerebral ischemia. These findings establish a substantial foundation for stroke therapy and future research.
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- Masoumeh Faezi
- Department of Physiology, Faculty of Medicine, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Physiology Research Center and Department of Physiology, Faculty of Medicine, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Physiology Research Center and Department of Physiology, Faculty of Medicine, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
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- Blood Transfusion Research Center, High Institute for Research and Education in Transfusion Medicine, Tehran, Iran
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Souri F, Rakhshan K, Erfani S, Azizi Y, Nasseri Maleki S, Aboutaleb N. Natural lavender oil (Lavandula angustifolia) exerts cardioprotective effects against myocardial infarction by targeting inflammation and oxidative stress. Inflammopharmacology 2018; 27:799-807. [PMID: 30073439 DOI: 10.1007/s10787-018-0520-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/25/2018] [Accepted: 07/28/2018] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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BACKGROUND The study was conducted to examine therapeutic effects of lavender oil (LO) against myocardial infarction (MI) and its potential mechanisms. METHODS A rat model of MI was established and LO (100, 200 and 300 mg/kg) was intraperitoneally administrated immediately after ischemia. Anti-inflammatory and antioxidant activity of LO were evaluated by immunohistochemical assay and measurement of SOD, GSH, and MDA. The myocardial injury markers, apoptotic activity and infarct volume were examined by ELISA, TUNEL and TTC staining, respectively. RESULTS Compared with the control I/R-Vehicle, the expression of tumor necrosis factor-α (TNF-α) and interleukin-1β (IL-1β) significantly reduced 8 h after reperfusion and expression of interleukin-10 (IL-10) elevated 48 h after reperfusion in LO-treated rats (P < 0.05). Likewise, significant decreases in apoptotic activity, infarct volume and significant restoration of antioxidant endogenous defenses were observed in LO-treated rats (P < 0.05). CONCLUSION Collectively, these findings confirm that LO can be a good candidate to reduce injury after MI.
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- Faramarz Souri
- Department of Physiology, Faculty of Medicine, Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Sciences, Ahvaz, Iran
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- Department of Physiology, Faculty of Medicine, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Biology, Faculty of Sciences, Ferdowsi University of Mashhad, Mashhad, Iran
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- Department of Physiology, Faculty of Medicine, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
- Physiology Research Center, Faculty of Medicine, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Physiology Research Center, Faculty of Medicine, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Physiology, Faculty of Medicine, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
- Physiology Research Center, Faculty of Medicine, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
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Javdan N, Ayatollahi SA, Choudhary MI, Al-Hasani S, Kobarfard F, Athar A, Pazoki-Toroudi H. Capsaicin protects against testicular torsion injury through mTOR-dependent mechanism. Theriogenology 2018; 113:247-252. [PMID: 29573663 DOI: 10.1016/j.theriogenology.2018.03.012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/19/2017] [Revised: 03/10/2018] [Accepted: 03/11/2018] [Indexed: 01/07/2023]
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SCOPE Testicular torsion and subsequent release of reactive oxygen species (ROS) can cause infertility in adults. Oxidative stress following testicular torsion plays an important role in the ýonset and development of apoptotic cell death through dysregulation of the cellular signaling pathways. Anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties of capsaicin, a bioactive composition present in red peppers, has already been exploited for treatment of the cancer and pain relief. In present work, we evaluated the role of the mammalian target of rapamycin (mTOR) in antioxidant effect of capsaicin against reperfusion injury following testicular torsion. METHODS Male Wistar rats weighing 200-220 g were randomly assigned into four major groups: (i) a sham operated group, (ii) a testicular torsion (TT) group, (iii) three groups treated with different doses of capsaicin (TT + 100, 500 and 1000 μg/ml Cap), and (iv) three groups of healthy rats treated with different doses of capsaicin (100, 500 and 1000 μg/ml). Western blotting assay was used to examine the anti-apoptotic effects of capsaicin in testicular cells following torsion. H&E and TUNEL methods were used to evaluate testicular morphology and apoptosis activity. RESULTS Compared to control group, phosphorylation of mTOR was significantly increased in the TT groups. Capsaicin administration remarkably decreased the phosphorylation of mTOR at the highest dose (P < 0.05). Capsaicin decreased apoptosis and preserved tubular morphology in testes. CONCLUSION Our results showed that antioxidant properties of capsaicin minimizes cell death and reperfusion injury following testicular torsion.
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- Nasim Javdan
- ShahidBeheshti University of Medical Sciences, Phytochemistry Research Center, Tehran, Iran
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- ShahidBeheshti University of Medical Sciences, Phytochemistry Research Center, Tehran, Iran; Department of Chemistry, Richardson College for the Environmental Science Complex, The University of Winnipeg, 599 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, MB, R3B 2G3, Canada; School of Pharmacy, ShahidBeheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
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- International Center for Chemical and Biological Sciences, H.E.J. Research Institute of Chemistry, University of Karachi, Karachi, Pakistan
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- Reproductive Medicine Unit, University of Schleswig-Holstein, Luebeck, Germany
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- Department of Medicinal Chemistry, Shaheed Beheshti School of Pharmacy, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Chemistry, Richardson College for the Environmental Science Complex, The University of Winnipeg, 599 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, MB, R3B 2G3, Canada
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- Physiology Research Center and Department of Physiology, Faculty of Medicine, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
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Fukui T, Ishida K, Mizukami Y, Shiramoto K, Harada H, Yamashita A, Yamashita S, Matsumoto M. Comparison of the protective effects of direct ischemic preconditioning and remote ischemic preconditioning in a rabbit model of transient spinal cord ischemia. J Anesth 2017; 32:3-14. [DOI: 10.1007/s00540-017-2420-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/27/2017] [Accepted: 10/20/2017] [Indexed: 12/25/2022]
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Arabian M, Aboutaleb N, Soleimani M, Ajami M, Habibey R, Rezaei Y, Pazoki-Toroudi H. Preconditioning with morphine protects hippocampal CA1 neurons from ischemia-reperfusion injury via activation of the mTOR pathway. Can J Physiol Pharmacol 2017; 96:80-87. [PMID: 28881154 DOI: 10.1139/cjpp-2017-0245] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/09/2023]
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The signaling pathway of chronic morphine treatment to prevent neuronal damage following transient cerebral ischemia is not clear. In this study, we examined the role of mammalian target of rapamycin (mTOR) to identify the neuroprotective effects of chronic morphine preconditioning on the hippocampus following ischemia-reperfusion (I/R) injury. Morphine was administered for 5 days, twice a day, before inducing I/R injury. The possible role of mTOR was evaluated by the injection of rapamycin (5 mg/kg body weight, by intraperitoneal injection) before I/R was induced. The passive avoidance test was used to evaluate memory performance. Neuronal density and apoptosis were measured in the CA1 region, 72 h after I/R injury. The expressions of mTOR and phosphorylated mTOR (p-mTOR), as well as superoxide dismutase (SOD) activity were determined 24 h after I/R injury. Chronic morphine treatment attenuated apoptosis and neuronal loss in the hippocampus after I/R injury, which led to improvement in memory (P < 0.05 vs. untreated I/R) and increase in the expression of p-mTOR (P < 0.05 vs. untreated I/R) and SOD activity (P < 0.05 vs. untreated I/R) in the hippocampus. Pretreatment with rapamycin abolished all the above-mentioned protective effects. These results describe novel findings whereby chronic morphine preconditioning in hippocampal CA1 neurons is mediated by the mTOR pathway, and through increased phosphorylation of mTOR can alleviate oxidative stress and apoptosis, and eventually protect the hippocampus from I/R injury.
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- Maedeh Arabian
- a Rajaie Cardiovascular, Medical, and Research Centre, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- b Physiology Research Center, Physiology Department, Faculty of Medicine, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- c Cellular and Molecular Research Centre, Department of Anatomy, Faculty of Medicine, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- d Nutrition and Food Technology Research Institute, Faculty of Nutrition Science and Food Technology, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- e Department of Neuroscience and Brain Technologies-Istituto Italiano di Technologia, Via Morego, 30, 16163 Genova, Italy
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- f Heart Valve Disease Research Center, Rajaie Cardiovascular, Medical, and Research Center, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- b Physiology Research Center, Physiology Department, Faculty of Medicine, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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Aggarwal S, Randhawa PK, Singh N, Jaggi AS. Role of ATP-Sensitive Potassium Channels in Remote Ischemic Preconditioning Induced Tissue Protection. J Cardiovasc Pharmacol Ther 2017; 22:467-475. [DOI: 10.1177/1074248416687873] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/05/2023]
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Remote ischemic preconditioning (RIPC) is an innovative treatment strategy that alleviates ischemia-reperfusion injury, whereby short episodes of regional ischemia and reperfusion delivered to remote organs including hind limb, kidney and intestine, and so on provide protection to the heart. The RIPC is known to reduce infarct size, serum levels of cardiac enzymes, and myocardial dysfunction in various animal species as well as in patients. There have been a large number of studies suggesting that the ATP-sensitive potassium channels (KATP channel) play a significant role as a mediator or end effector in RIPC. The present review discusses the role of KATP channels and possible mechanisms in RIPC-induced cardioprotection.
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- Sapna Aggarwal
- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Drug Research, Punjabi University Patiala, Patiala, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Drug Research, Punjabi University Patiala, Patiala, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Drug Research, Punjabi University Patiala, Patiala, India
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Drug Research, Punjabi University Patiala, Patiala, India
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Khaksari M, Mehrjerdi FZ, Rezvani ME, Safari F, Mirgalili A, Niknazar S. The role of erythropoietin in remote renal preconditioning on hippocampus ischemia/reperfusion injury. J Physiol Sci 2017; 67:163-171. [PMID: 27099131 PMCID: PMC10717085 DOI: 10.1007/s12576-016-0451-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/14/2015] [Accepted: 04/11/2016] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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Remote ischemic preconditioning (RIPC) is an intriguing approach which exposes a remote organ/tissue to a non-lethal transient ischemia/reperfusion (I/R) in order to potentiate the resistance of the desired organ/tissue against the next unwanted I/R. It has been suggested that RIPC exerts its effect through neuronal and hormonal pathways. The underlying mechanisms of RIPC are obscure and should be elucidated. In this study, we induced RIPC in mice using 3 cycles of 5 min ischemia alternating with 5 min reperfusion of the left renal artery. Renal failure was induced in mice by intra-peritoneal (i.p.) injection of 200 mg/kg body weight of gentamicin twice per day for 4 consecutive days. Global hippocampal ischemia reperfusion (I/R) was performed by bilateral carotid artery occlusion for 20 min followed by reperfusion for 72 h. Moreover, the retention trial of passive avoidance test was determined 72 h after global ischemia. Histopathological changes of hippocampus neurons were observed using Nissl staining to detect neuronal loss. Finally, terminal deoxynucleotidyl transferase mediated dUTP nick end-labeling (TUNEL) was performed to assess the status of apoptotic cells in the hippocampus. The results of this study suggest that renal ischemic preconditioning is a good candidate for prevention of I/R-induced hippocampal injury. However, RRPC (remote renal preconditioning) failed to exert a neuroprotective effect in mice with renal failure (RF), indicating the probable role of a humoral factor which is released from kidneys in response to ischemia. In agreement with this hypothesis, treatment of mice with rhEPO (5000 IU/kg intraperitoneal) before induction of RRPC restored the neuroprotective effects of RRPC in RF mice. Accordingly, it is plausible to expect that erythropoietin is released from kidneys to act as a mediator for RRPC-induced neuroprotective effects. Renal ischemic preconditioning prevents I/R-induced hippocampal injury. In contrast, renal failure hampers protective effects of RRPC, while exogenous administration of erythropoietin (EPO) significantly prevents the inhibiting effects of renal failure.
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- Mehdi Khaksari
- Addiction Research Center, Shahroud University of Medical Sciences, Shahroud, Iran
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- Neurobiomedical Research Center, Shahid Sadoughi University of Medical Sciences, Yazd, Iran.
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- Neurobiomedical Research Center, Shahid Sadoughi University of Medical Sciences, Yazd, Iran
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- Department of Anatomy, Faculty of Medicine, Shahid Sadoughi University of Medical Sciences, Yazd, Iran
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- Hearing Disorders Research Center, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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Chashmi NA, Emadi S, Khastar H. Protective effects of hydroxytyrosol on gentamicin induced nephrotoxicity in mice. Biochem Biophys Res Commun 2017; 482:1427-1429. [DOI: 10.1016/j.bbrc.2016.12.052] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/05/2016] [Accepted: 12/08/2016] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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Remote ischemic preconditioning improves post resuscitation cerebral function via overexpressing neuroglobin after cardiac arrest in rats. Brain Res 2016; 1648:345-355. [DOI: 10.1016/j.brainres.2016.08.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/11/2016] [Revised: 07/14/2016] [Accepted: 08/01/2016] [Indexed: 01/09/2023]
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