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Xiao Y, Wan C, Wu X, Xu Y, Chen Y, Rao L, Wang B, Shen L, Han W, Zhao H, Shi J, Zhang J, Song Z, Yu F. Novel small-molecule compound YH7 inhibits the biofilm formation of Staphylococcus aureus in a sarX-dependent manner. mSphere 2024; 9:e0056423. [PMID: 38170984 PMCID: PMC10826350 DOI: 10.1128/msphere.00564-23] [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: 10/20/2023] [Accepted: 11/20/2023] [Indexed: 01/05/2024] Open
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The emergence of antibiotic-resistant and biofilm-producing Staphylococcus aureus isolates presents major challenges for treating staphylococcal infections. Biofilm inhibition is an important anti-virulence strategy. In this study, a novel maleimide-diselenide hybrid compound (YH7) was synthesized and demonstrated remarkable antimicrobial activity against methicillin-resistant S. aureus (MRSA) and methicillin-susceptible S. aureus (MSSA) in both planktonic cultures and biofilms. The minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) of YH7 for S. aureus isolates was 16 µg/mL. Quantification of biofilms demonstrated that the sub-MIC (4 µg/mL) of YH7 significantly inhibits biofilm formation in both MSSA and MRSA. Confocal laser scanning microscopy analysis further confirmed the biofilm inhibitory potential of YH7. YH7 also significantly suppressed bacterial adherence to A549 cells. Moreover, YH7 treatment significantly inhibited S. aureus colonization in nasal tissue of mice. Preliminary mechanistic studies revealed that YH7 exerted potent biofilm-suppressing effects by inhibiting polysaccharide intercellular adhesin (PIA) synthesis, rather than suppressing bacterial autolysis. Real-time quantitative PCR data indicated that YH7 downregulated biofilm formation-related genes (clfA, fnbA, icaA, and icaD) and the global regulatory gene sarX, which promotes PIA synthesis. The sarX-dependent antibiofilm potential of YH7 was validated by constructing S. aureus NCTC8325 sarX knockout and complementation strains. Importantly, YH7 demonstrated a low potential to induce drug resistance in S. aureus and exhibited non-toxic to rabbit erythrocytes, A549, and BEAS-2B cells at antibacterial concentrations. In vivo toxicity assays conducted on Galleria mellonella further confirmed that YH7 is biocompatible. Overall, YH7 demonstrated potent antibiofilm activity supports its potential as an antimicrobial agent against S. aureus biofilm-related infections. IMPORTANCE Biofilm-associated infections, characterized by antibiotic resistance and persistence, present a formidable challenge in healthcare. Traditional antibacterial agents prove inadequate against biofilms. In this study, the novel compound YH7 demonstrates potent antibiofilm properties by impeding the adhesion and the polysaccharide intercellular adhesin production of Staphylococcus aureus. Notably, its exceptional efficacy against both methicillin-resistant and methicillin-susceptible strains highlights its broad applicability. This study highlights the potential of YH7 as a novel therapeutic agent to address the pressing issue of biofilm-driven infections.
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- Yanghua Xiao
- Department of Clinical Laboratory, Shanghai Pulmonary Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, China
- School of Public Health, Nanchang University, Nanchang, China
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory, Shanghai Pulmonary Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, China
- School of Public Health, Nanchang University, Nanchang, China
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory, Shanghai Pulmonary Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory, Shanghai Pulmonary Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, China
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou, China
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory, Shanghai Pulmonary Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory, Shanghai Pulmonary Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory, Shanghai Pulmonary Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory, Shanghai Pulmonary Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory, Shanghai Pulmonary Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory, Shanghai Pulmonary Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory, Shanghai Pulmonary Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, China
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- School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou, China
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- Department of Clinical Laboratory, Shanghai Pulmonary Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, China
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Pérez de la Lastra JM, Anand U, González-Acosta S, López MR, Dey A, Bontempi E, Morales delaNuez A. Antimicrobial Resistance in the COVID-19 Landscape: Is There an Opportunity for Anti-Infective Antibodies and Antimicrobial Peptides? Front Immunol 2022; 13:921483. [PMID: 35720330 PMCID: PMC9205220 DOI: 10.3389/fimmu.2022.921483] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/15/2022] [Accepted: 05/06/2022] [Indexed: 12/15/2022] Open
Abstract
Although COVID-19 has captured most of the public health attention, antimicrobial resistance (AMR) has not disappeared. To prevent the escape of resistant microorganisms in animals or environmental reservoirs a "one health approach" is desirable. In this context of COVID-19, AMR has probably been affected by the inappropriate or over-use of antibiotics. The increased use of antimicrobials and biocides for disinfection may have enhanced the prevalence of AMR. Antibiotics have been used empirically in patients with COVID-19 to avoid or prevent bacterial coinfection or superinfections. On the other hand, the measures to prevent the transmission of COVID-19 could have reduced the risk of the emergence of multidrug-resistant microorganisms. Since we do not currently have a sterilizing vaccine against SARS-CoV-2, the virus may still multiply in the organism and new mutations may occur. As a consequence, there is a risk of the appearance of new variants. Nature-derived anti-infective agents, such as antibodies and antimicrobial peptides (AMPs), are very promising in the fight against infectious diseases, because they are less likely to develop resistance, even though further investigation is still required.
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- José M. Pérez de la Lastra
- Biotechnology of Macromolecules, Instituto de Productos Naturales y Agrobiología, IPNA (CSIC), San Cristóbal de la Laguna, Spain
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- Department of Life Sciences, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Beer-Sheva, Israel
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- Biotechnology of Macromolecules, Instituto de Productos Naturales y Agrobiología, IPNA (CSIC), San Cristóbal de la Laguna, Spain
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- Biotechnology of Macromolecules, Instituto de Productos Naturales y Agrobiología, IPNA (CSIC), San Cristóbal de la Laguna, Spain
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- Department of Life Sciences, Presidency University, Kolkata, India
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- National Interuniversity Consortium of Materials Science and Technology (INSTM) and Chemistry for Technologies Laboratory, Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering, University of Brescia, Brescia, Italy
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- Biotechnology of Macromolecules, Instituto de Productos Naturales y Agrobiología, IPNA (CSIC), San Cristóbal de la Laguna, Spain
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Gutema G, Homa G. Cropping Up Crisis at the Nexus Between COVID-19 and Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) in Africa: A Scoping Review and Synthesis of Early Evidence. Cureus 2022; 14:e21035. [PMID: 35155003 PMCID: PMC8820498 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.21035] [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] [Accepted: 01/08/2022] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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In this study, we aim to synthesize some evidence on the impacts that coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is having on the epidemiology of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) in Africa since it was declared a global pandemic by the WHO in March 2020. A scoping review was undertaken by collecting and curating relevant resources from peer-reviewed articles and also from the gray literature. Mixed approaches of extracting data (qualitative and quantitative) were employed in synthesizing evidence, as suggested by the Health Evidence Network. A model constructed based on the synthesis of early evidence available on the effects of factors linked to COVID-19 in impacting the evolution of AMR in Africa predicted that, in cumulative terms, those factors favoring the evolution of AMR outpace those disfavoring it by no less than three folds. COVID-19 is likely fueling the evolution of AMR almost unhindered in Africa. Due to the recognition of this crisis, concerted efforts for resource mobilization and global cooperation are needed to tackle it.
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Rowan NJ, Meade E, Garvey M. Efficacy of frontline chemical biocides and disinfection approaches for inactivating SARS-CoV-2 variants of concern that cause coronavirus disease with the emergence of opportunities for green eco-solutions. CURRENT OPINION IN ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & HEALTH 2021; 23:100290. [PMID: 34250323 PMCID: PMC8254398 DOI: 10.1016/j.coesh.2021.100290] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/09/2023]
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The emergence of severe acute respiratory disease (SARS-CoV-2) variants that cause coronavirus disease is of global concern. Severe acute respiratory disease variants of concern (VOC) exhibiting greater transmissibility, and potentially increased risk of hospitalization, severity and mortality, are attributed to molecular mutations in outer viral surface spike proteins. Thus, there is a reliance on using appropriate counter-disease measures, including non-pharmaceutical interventions and vaccination. The best evidence suggests that the use of frontline biocides effectively inactivate coronavirus similarly, including VOC, such as 202012/01, 501Y.V2 and P.1 that have rapidly replaced the wild-type variant in the United Kingdom, South Africa and Brazil, respectively. However, this review highlights that efficacy of VOC-disinfection will depend on the type of biocide and the parameters governing the activity. VOC are likely to be similar in size to the wild-type strain, thus implying that existing guidelines for use and re-use of face masks post disinfection remain relevant. Monitoring to avoid injudicious use of biocides during the coronavirus disease era is required as prolonged and excessive biocide usage may negatively impact our receiving environments; thus, highlighting the potential for alternative more environmental-friendly sustainable biocide solutions. Traditional biocides may promote cross-antimicrobial resistance to antibiotics in problematical bacteria. The existing filtration efficacy of face masks is likely to perform similarly for VOC due to similar viral size; however, advances in face mask manufacturing by way incorporating new anti-viral materials will potentially enhance their design and functionality for existing and potential future pandemics.
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- Neil J Rowan
- Centre for Disinfection and Sterilisation, Athlone Institute of Technology, Dublin Road, Athlone, Ireland
- Department of Nursing and Healthcare, Athlone Institute of Technology, Dublin Road, Athlone, Ireland
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- Department of Life Science, Institute of Technology, Sligo, Ash Lane, Sligo, Ireland
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- Department of Life Science, Institute of Technology, Sligo, Ash Lane, Sligo, Ireland
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Skandalis N, Maeusli M, Papafotis D, Miller S, Lee B, Theologidis I, Luna B. Environmental Spread of Antibiotic Resistance. Antibiotics (Basel) 2021; 10:640. [PMID: 34071771 PMCID: PMC8226744 DOI: 10.3390/antibiotics10060640] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/05/2021] [Revised: 05/18/2021] [Accepted: 05/24/2021] [Indexed: 01/07/2023] Open
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Antibiotic resistance represents a global health concern. Soil, water, livestock and plant foods are directly or indirectly exposed to antibiotics due to their agricultural use or contamination. This selective pressure has acted synergistically to bacterial competition in nature to breed antibiotic-resistant (AR) bacteria. Research over the past few decades has focused on the emergence of AR pathogens in food products that can cause disease outbreaks and the spread of antibiotic resistance genes (ARGs), but One Health approaches have lately expanded the focus to include commensal bacteria as ARG donors. Despite the attempts of national and international authorities of developed and developing countries to reduce the over-prescription of antibiotics to humans and the use of antibiotics as livestock growth promoters, the selective flow of antibiotic resistance transmission from the environment to the clinic (and vice-versa) is increasing. This review focuses on the mechanisms of ARG transmission and the hotspots of antibiotic contamination resulting in the subsequent emergence of ARGs. It follows the transmission of ARGs from farm to plant and animal food products and provides examples of the impact of ARG flow to clinical settings. Understudied and emerging antibiotic resistance selection determinants, such as heavy metal and biocide contamination, are also discussed here.
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- Nicholas Skandalis
- Department of Medicine, Keck School of Medicine at USC, Los Angeles, CA 90033, USA; (N.S.); (M.M.)
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- Department of Medicine, Keck School of Medicine at USC, Los Angeles, CA 90033, USA; (N.S.); (M.M.)
- Department of Molecular Microbiology and Immunology, Keck School of Medicine at USC, 1441 Eastlake Ave, NTT 6419, Los Angeles, CA 90033, USA; (S.M.); (B.L.)
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- Department of Biology, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, 157 72 Athens, Greece; (D.P.); (I.T.)
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- Department of Molecular Microbiology and Immunology, Keck School of Medicine at USC, 1441 Eastlake Ave, NTT 6419, Los Angeles, CA 90033, USA; (S.M.); (B.L.)
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- Department of Molecular Microbiology and Immunology, Keck School of Medicine at USC, 1441 Eastlake Ave, NTT 6419, Los Angeles, CA 90033, USA; (S.M.); (B.L.)
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- Department of Biology, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, 157 72 Athens, Greece; (D.P.); (I.T.)
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- Department of Molecular Microbiology and Immunology, Keck School of Medicine at USC, 1441 Eastlake Ave, NTT 6419, Los Angeles, CA 90033, USA; (S.M.); (B.L.)
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