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Samare-Najaf M, Razavinasab SA, Samareh A, Jamali N. Omics-based novel strategies in the diagnosis of endometriosis. Crit Rev Clin Lab Sci 2024; 61:205-225. [PMID: 37878077 DOI: 10.1080/10408363.2023.2270736] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/18/2023] [Accepted: 10/10/2023] [Indexed: 10/26/2023]
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Endometriosis, an enigmatic and chronic disorder, is considered a debilitating condition despite being benign. Globally, this gynecologic disorder affects up to 10% of females of reproductive age, impacting almost 190 million individuals. A variety of genetic and environmental factors are involved in endometriosis development, hence the pathophysiology and etiology of endometriosis remain unclear. The uncertainty of the etiology of the disease and its complexity along with nonspecific symptoms have led to misdiagnosis or lack of diagnosis of affected people. Biopsy and laparoscopy are referred to as the gold standard for endometriosis diagnosis. However, the invasiveness of the procedure, the unnecessary operation in disease-free women, and the dependence of the reliability of diagnosis on experience in this area are considered the most significant limitations. Therefore, continuous studies have attempted to offer a noninvasive and reliable approach. The recent advances in modern technologies have led to the generation of large-scale biological data sets, known as -omics data, resulting in the proceeding of the -omics century in biomedical sciences. Thereby, the present study critically reviews novel and noninvasive biomarkers that are based on -omics approaches from 2020 onward. The findings reveal that biomarkers identified based on genomics, epigenomics, transcriptomics, proteomics, and metabolomics are potentially able to diagnose endometriosis, predict prognosis, and stage patients, and potentially, in the near future, a multi-panel of these biomarkers will generate clinical benefits.
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- Mohammad Samare-Najaf
- Blood Transfusion Research Center, High Institute for Research and Education in Transfusion Medicine, Kerman Regional Blood Transfusion Center, Kerman, Iran
- Biochemistry Department, School of Medicine, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran
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- Department of Clinical Biochemistry, School of Medicine, Kerman University of Medical Sciences, Kerman, Iran
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- Department of Laboratory Sciences, Sirjan School of Medical Sciences, Sirjan, Iran
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Wang J, Zhao C, Feng J, Sun P, Zhang Y, Han A, Zhang Y, Ma H. Advances in understanding the reproductive toxicity of endocrine-disrupting chemicals in women. Front Cell Dev Biol 2024; 12:1390247. [PMID: 38606320 PMCID: PMC11007058 DOI: 10.3389/fcell.2024.1390247] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/23/2024] [Accepted: 03/20/2024] [Indexed: 04/13/2024] Open
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Recently, there has been a noticeable increase in disorders of the female reproductive system, accompanied by a rise in adverse pregnancy outcomes. This trend is increasingly being linked to environmental pollution, particularly through the lens of Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals (EDCs). These external agents disrupt natural processes of hormones, including synthesis, metabolism, secretion, transport, binding, as well as elimination. These disruptions can significantly impair human reproductive functions. A wealth of animal studies and epidemiological research indicates that exposure to toxic environmental factors can interfere with the endocrine system's normal functioning, resulting in negative reproductive outcomes. However, the mechanisms of these adverse effects are largely unknown. This work reviews the reproductive toxicity of five major environmental EDCs-Bisphenol A (BPA), Phthalates (PAEs), Triclocarban Triclosan and Disinfection Byproducts (DBPs)-to lay a foundational theoretical basis for further toxicological study of EDCs. Additionally, it aims to spark advancements in the prevention and treatment of female reproductive toxicity caused by these chemicals.
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- Jinguang Wang
- Reproductive Medicine Center of Weifang People’s Hospital, Weifang, China
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- Gastrointestinal Surgery Center of Weifang People’s Hospital, Weifang, China
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- Gynecology and Obstetrics Department, Fangzi District People’s Hospital, Weifang, China
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- Reproductive Medicine Center of Weifang People’s Hospital, Weifang, China
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- Reproductive Medicine Center of Weifang People’s Hospital, Weifang, China
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- Reproductive Medicine Center of Weifang People’s Hospital, Weifang, China
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- Reproductive Medicine Center of Weifang People’s Hospital, Weifang, China
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- Reproductive Medicine Center of Weifang People’s Hospital, Weifang, China
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Wang B, Gao M, Yao Y, Li H, Zhang X. Focusing on the role of protein kinase mTOR in endometrial physiology and pathology: insights for therapeutic interventions. Mol Biol Rep 2024; 51:359. [PMID: 38400863 DOI: 10.1007/s11033-023-08937-w] [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: 08/01/2023] [Accepted: 10/30/2023] [Indexed: 02/26/2024]
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The mammalian target of rapamycin (mTOR) is a serine/threonine protein kinase crucial for cellular differentiation, proliferation, and autophagy. It shows a complex role in the endometrium, influencing both normal and pathogenic conditions. mTOR promotes the growth and maturation of endometrial cells, enhancing endometrial receptivity and decidualization. However, it also contributes to the development of endometriosis (EMs) and endometrial cancer (EC), thus emerging as a therapeutic target for these conditions. In this review, we summarize recent research progress on the mTOR signalling pathway in the endometrium. This provides insights into female endometrial structure and function and guides the prevention and treatment of related diseases.
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- Bin Wang
- The First Clinical Medical College of Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, China
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- Reproductive Medicine Center, The First Hospital of Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, China
- Key Laboratory for Reproductive Medicine and Embryo of Gansu, Lanzhou, China
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- The First Clinical Medical College of Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, China
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- The First Clinical Medical College of Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, China
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- Reproductive Medicine Center, The First Hospital of Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, China.
- Key Laboratory for Reproductive Medicine and Embryo of Gansu, Lanzhou, China.
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Pan J, Liu P, Yu X, Zhang Z, Liu J. The adverse role of endocrine disrupting chemicals in the reproductive system. Front Endocrinol (Lausanne) 2024; 14:1324993. [PMID: 38303976 PMCID: PMC10832042 DOI: 10.3389/fendo.2023.1324993] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/20/2023] [Accepted: 12/26/2023] [Indexed: 02/03/2024] Open
Abstract
Reproductive system diseases pose prominent threats to human physical and mental well-being. Besides being influenced by genetic material regulation and changes in lifestyle, the occurrence of these diseases is closely connected to exposure to harmful substances in the environment. Endocrine disrupting chemicals (EDCs), characterized by hormone-like effects, have a wide range of influences on the reproductive system. EDCs are ubiquitous in the natural environment and are present in a wide range of industrial and everyday products. Currently, thousands of chemicals have been reported to exhibit endocrine effects, and this number is likely to increase as the testing for potential EDCs has not been consistently required, and obtaining data has been limited, partly due to the long latency of many diseases. The ability to avoid exposure to EDCs, especially those of artificially synthesized origin, is increasingly challenging. While EDCs can be divided into persistent and non-persistent depending on their degree of degradation, due to the recent uptick in research studies in this area, we have chosen to focus on the research pertaining to the detrimental effects on reproductive health of exposure to several EDCs that are widely encountered in daily life over the past six years, specifically bisphenol A (BPA), phthalates (PAEs), polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs), parabens, pesticides, heavy metals, and so on. By focusing on the impact of EDCs on the hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal (HPG) axis, which leads to the occurrence and development of reproductive system diseases, this review aims to provide new insights into the molecular mechanisms of EDCs' damage to human health and to encourage further in-depth research to clarify the potentially harmful effects of EDC exposure through various other mechanisms. Ultimately, it offers a scientific basis to enhance EDCs risk management, an endeavor of significant scientific and societal importance for safeguarding reproductive health.
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- Jing Pan
- The First Clinical College, Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Jinan, Shandong, China
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- Gynecology Department, Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine Affiliated Hospital, Jinan, Shandong, China
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- Gynecology Department, Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine Affiliated Hospital, Jinan, Shandong, China
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- Zhang Zhongjing College of Chinese Medicine, Nanyang Institute of Technology, Nanyang, Henan, China
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- Gynecology Department, Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine Affiliated Hospital, Jinan, Shandong, China
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Wen X, Xiao Y, Xiao H, Tan X, Wu B, Li Z, Wang R, Xu X, Li T. Bisphenol S induces brown adipose tissue whitening and aggravates diet-induced obesity in an estrogen-dependent manner. Cell Rep 2023; 42:113504. [PMID: 38041811 DOI: 10.1016/j.celrep.2023.113504] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/05/2023] [Revised: 10/06/2023] [Accepted: 11/10/2023] [Indexed: 12/04/2023] Open
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Bisphenol S (BPS) exposure has been implied epidemiologically to increase obesity risk, but the underlying mechanism is unclear. Here, we propose that BPS exposure at an environmentally relevant dose aggravates diet-induced obesity in female mice by inducing brown adipose tissue (BAT) whitening. We explored the underlying mechanism by which KDM5A-associated demethylation of the trimethylation of lysine 4 on histone H3 (H3K4me3) in thermogenic genes is overactivated in BAT upon BPS exposure, leading to the reduced expression of thermogenic genes. Further studies have suggested that BPS activates KDM5A transcription in BAT by binding to glucocorticoid receptor (GR) in an estrogen-dependent manner. Estrogen-estrogen receptors facilitate the accessibility of the KDM5A gene promoter to BPS-activated GR by recruiting the activator protein 1 (AP-1) complex. These results indicate that BAT is another important target of BPS and that targeting KDM5A-related signals may serve as an approach to counteract the BPS-induced susceptivity to obesity.
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- Xue Wen
- Department of Plastic and Burn Surgery, National Clinical Research Center for Geriatrics, West China Hospital of Sichuan University, Chengdu 610041, China; Department of Anesthesiology, Laboratory of Mitochondria and Metabolism, West China Hospital of Sichuan University, Chengdu 610041, China
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- Department of Plastic and Burn Surgery, National Clinical Research Center for Geriatrics, West China Hospital of Sichuan University, Chengdu 610041, China
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- Department of Plastic and Burn Surgery, National Clinical Research Center for Geriatrics, West China Hospital of Sichuan University, Chengdu 610041, China
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- Department of Plastic and Burn Surgery, National Clinical Research Center for Geriatrics, West China Hospital of Sichuan University, Chengdu 610041, China; Department of Anesthesiology, Laboratory of Mitochondria and Metabolism, West China Hospital of Sichuan University, Chengdu 610041, China
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- Department of Plastic and Burn Surgery, National Clinical Research Center for Geriatrics, West China Hospital of Sichuan University, Chengdu 610041, China; Department of Anesthesiology, Laboratory of Mitochondria and Metabolism, West China Hospital of Sichuan University, Chengdu 610041, China
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- Department of Plastic and Burn Surgery, National Clinical Research Center for Geriatrics, West China Hospital of Sichuan University, Chengdu 610041, China; Department of Anesthesiology, Laboratory of Mitochondria and Metabolism, West China Hospital of Sichuan University, Chengdu 610041, China
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- Department of Plastic and Burn Surgery, National Clinical Research Center for Geriatrics, West China Hospital of Sichuan University, Chengdu 610041, China
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- Department of Plastic and Burn Surgery, National Clinical Research Center for Geriatrics, West China Hospital of Sichuan University, Chengdu 610041, China.
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Laboratory of Mitochondria and Metabolism, West China Hospital of Sichuan University, Chengdu 610041, China.
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Wu X, Tian Y, Zhu H, Xu P, Zhang J, Hu Y, Ji X, Yan R, Yue H, Sang N. Invisible Hand behind Female Reproductive Disorders: Bisphenols, Recent Evidence and Future Perspectives. TOXICS 2023; 11:1000. [PMID: 38133401 PMCID: PMC10748066 DOI: 10.3390/toxics11121000] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/07/2023] [Revised: 12/04/2023] [Accepted: 12/04/2023] [Indexed: 12/23/2023]
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Reproductive disorders are considered a global health problem influenced by physiological, genetic, environmental, and lifestyle factors. The increased exposure to bisphenols, a chemical used in large quantities for the production of polycarbonate plastics, has raised concerns regarding health risks in humans, particularly their endocrine-disrupting effects on female reproductive health. To provide a basis for future research on environmental interference and reproductive health, we reviewed relevant studies on the exposure patterns and levels of bisphenols in environmental matrices and humans (including susceptible populations such as pregnant women and children). In addition, we focused on in vivo, in vitro, and epidemiological studies evaluating the effects of bisphenols on the female reproductive system (the uterus, ovaries, fallopian tubes, and vagina). The results indicate that bisphenols cause structural and functional damage to the female reproductive system by interfering with hormones; activating receptors; inducing oxidative stress, DNA damage, and carcinogenesis; and triggering epigenetic changes, with the damaging effects being intergenerational. Epidemiological studies support the association between bisphenols and diseases such as cancer of the female reproductive system, reproductive dysfunction, and miscarriage, which may negatively affect the establishment and maintenance of pregnancy. Altogether, this review provides a reference for assessing the adverse effects of bisphenols on female reproductive health.
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- Xiaoyun Wu
- Research Center of Environment and Health, College of Environment and Resource, Shanxi University, Taiyuan 030006, China; (X.W.); (Y.T.); (H.Z.); (P.X.); (J.Z.); (Y.H.); (N.S.)
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- Research Center of Environment and Health, College of Environment and Resource, Shanxi University, Taiyuan 030006, China; (X.W.); (Y.T.); (H.Z.); (P.X.); (J.Z.); (Y.H.); (N.S.)
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- Research Center of Environment and Health, College of Environment and Resource, Shanxi University, Taiyuan 030006, China; (X.W.); (Y.T.); (H.Z.); (P.X.); (J.Z.); (Y.H.); (N.S.)
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- Research Center of Environment and Health, College of Environment and Resource, Shanxi University, Taiyuan 030006, China; (X.W.); (Y.T.); (H.Z.); (P.X.); (J.Z.); (Y.H.); (N.S.)
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- Research Center of Environment and Health, College of Environment and Resource, Shanxi University, Taiyuan 030006, China; (X.W.); (Y.T.); (H.Z.); (P.X.); (J.Z.); (Y.H.); (N.S.)
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- Research Center of Environment and Health, College of Environment and Resource, Shanxi University, Taiyuan 030006, China; (X.W.); (Y.T.); (H.Z.); (P.X.); (J.Z.); (Y.H.); (N.S.)
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- Department of Environmental Health, School of Public Health, Shanxi Medical University, Taiyuan 030001, China;
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- Research Center of Environment and Health, College of Environment and Resource, Shanxi University, Taiyuan 030006, China; (X.W.); (Y.T.); (H.Z.); (P.X.); (J.Z.); (Y.H.); (N.S.)
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- Research Center of Environment and Health, College of Environment and Resource, Shanxi University, Taiyuan 030006, China; (X.W.); (Y.T.); (H.Z.); (P.X.); (J.Z.); (Y.H.); (N.S.)
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- Research Center of Environment and Health, College of Environment and Resource, Shanxi University, Taiyuan 030006, China; (X.W.); (Y.T.); (H.Z.); (P.X.); (J.Z.); (Y.H.); (N.S.)
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Zhao X, Su F, Kong F, Su J, Yang X, Li L, Li A, Li Q. WD repeat domain 5 promotes the development of late-onset preeclampsia by activating nuclear factor kappa B. Acta Cir Bras 2023; 38:e386223. [PMID: 38055397 DOI: 10.1590/acb386223] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/04/2023] [Accepted: 09/14/2023] [Indexed: 12/08/2023] Open
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PURPOSE Over-activation of nuclear factor kappa B (NF-κB) was proven to be involved in the pathogenesis of preeclampsia. However, its regulation mechanism is not clear yet. This paper explored the role of WD repeat domain 5 (WDR5) in the development of late-onset preeclampsia and its relationship with NF-κB. METHODS WDR5 expression was detected in normal placentas and placentas from late-onset preeclampsia patients. CCK-8 and colony formation assays were conducted to appraise the proliferative ability of trophoblast. Migration and invasion were observed by wound healing and transwell assays. The interaction between WDR5 and NF-κB inhibitor I-kappa-B-alpha (IkBa) was verified by Co-immunoprecipitation analysis. Immunofluorescence was used to analyze the activation of NF-κB. Finally, we tested the role of WDR5 using the mice late-onset preeclampsia model. RESULTS WDR5 was highly expressed in the placentas of late-onset preeclampsia patients. WDR5 overexpression suppressed cell proliferation, migration, and invasion in trophoblast. WDR5 could interact with IkBa to activate NF-κB. Knockdown of NF-κB counteracted the anti-proliferative and anti-metastatic effects of WDR5 overexpression in trophoblast. In-vivo studies suggested that targeting WDR5 combated late-onset preeclampsia development. CONCLUSIONS Our finding provides new insights into the role of WDR5 in late-onset preeclampsia development.
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- Xudong Zhao
- Liaocheng People's Hospital - Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology - Liaocheng (Shandong Province) - China
- The Affiliated Taian City Central Hospital of Qingdao University - Taian City Central Hospital - Department of Obstetrics - Taian City (Shandong Province) - China
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- The Second Affiliated Hospital of Shandong First Medical University - Second Affiliated Hospital - Department of Pharmacy - Taian City (Shandong Province) - China
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- The Affiliated Taian City Central Hospital of Qingdao University - Taian City Central Hospital - Departments of Thoracic Surgery - Taian City (Shandong Province) - China
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- The Affiliated Taian City Central Hospital of Qingdao University , Taian City Central Hospital - Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology Color Ultrasound - Taian City (Shandong Province) - China
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- The Affiliated Taian City Central Hospital of Qingdao University - Taian City Central Hospital - Department of Obstetrics - Taian City (Shandong Province) - China
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- Shandong Provincial Hospital Affiliated to Shandong First Medical University - Shandong Provincial Hospital - Department of Obstetrics - Jinan City (Shandong Province) - China
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- Liaocheng People's Hospital - Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology - Liaocheng (Shandong Province) - China
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- The Affiliated Taian City Central Hospital of Qingdao University - Taian City Central Hospital - Department of Obstetrics - Taian City (Shandong Province) - China
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Monnin N, Fattet AJ, Koscinski I. Endometriosis: Update of Pathophysiology, (Epi) Genetic and Environmental Involvement. Biomedicines 2023; 11:biomedicines11030978. [PMID: 36979957 PMCID: PMC10046867 DOI: 10.3390/biomedicines11030978] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 13.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/16/2023] [Revised: 03/15/2023] [Accepted: 03/16/2023] [Indexed: 03/30/2023] Open
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Endometriosis is a chronic disease caused by ectopic endometrial tissue. Endometriotic implants induce inflammation, leading to chronic pain and impaired fertility. Characterized by their dependence on estradiol (via estrogen receptor β (ESRβ)) and their resistance to progesterone, endometriotic implants produce their own source of estradiol through active aromatase. Steroidogenic factor-1 (SF1) is a key transcription factor that promotes aromatase synthesis. The expression of SF1 and ESRβ is enhanced by the demethylation of their promoter in progenitor cells of the female reproductive system. High local concentrations of estrogen are involved in the chronic inflammatory environment favoring the implantation and development of endometriotic implants. Similar local conditions can promote, directly and indirectly, the appearance and development of genital cancer. Recently, certain components of the microbiota have been identified as potentially promoting a high level of estrogen in the blood. Many environmental factors are also suspected of increasing the estrogen concentration, especially prenatal exposure to estrogen-like endocrine disruptors such as DES and bisphenol A. Phthalates are also suspected of promoting endometriosis but throughmeans other than binding to estradiol receptors. The impact of dioxin or tobacco seems to be more controversial.
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- Nicolas Monnin
- Majorelle Clinic, Atoutbio Laboratory, Laboratory of Biology of Reproduction, 54000 Nancy, France
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- Majorelle Clinic, Atoutbio Laboratory, Laboratory of Biology of Reproduction, 54000 Nancy, France
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- Laboratory of Biology of Reproduction, Hospital Saint Joseph, 13008 Marseille, France
- NGERE Inserm 1256, 54505 Vandoeuvre les Nancy, France
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Endocrine Disruptor Compounds in Environment: Focus on Women’s Reproductive Health and Endometriosis. Int J Mol Sci 2023; 24:ijms24065682. [PMID: 36982755 PMCID: PMC10058284 DOI: 10.3390/ijms24065682] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 16.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/06/2022] [Revised: 01/20/2023] [Accepted: 03/15/2023] [Indexed: 03/19/2023] Open
Abstract
Endometriosis is an estrogen-dependent gynecologic illness that has long-term effects on a woman’s fertility, physical health, and overall quality of life. Growing evidence suggests that endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs) may be etiologically involved in the development and severity of the disease. We consider the available human evidence on EDCs and endometriosis, limiting ourselves to studies that have individually assessed chemical amounts in women. Dioxins, BPA, Phthalates, and other endocrine disruptors, like DDT, are among the evidence indicating an environmental etiology for endometriosis. Collectively, this review describes how environmental toxins are linked to lower fertility in women, as well as a number of reproductive diseases, focusing on the pathology of endometriosis and its treatments. Importantly, this review can be used to investigate techniques for preventing the negative effects of EDC exposure.
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Zhao X, Su F, Kong F, Guo Q, Wang X, Cui H, Li Q, Zhang W, Li L, Li A. miR-101-3p contributes to the progression of preeclampsia by suppressing WDR5-mediated proliferation and invasion of trophoblast. J Obstet Gynaecol Res 2023; 49:141-153. [PMID: 36324256 DOI: 10.1111/jog.15475] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/30/2022] [Revised: 09/20/2022] [Accepted: 10/11/2022] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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BACKGROUND Decreased proliferation and invasion of trophoblast were proven to be involved in the pathogenesis of preeclampsia (PE). However, the regulatory network has not been clarified yet. This study aimed to explore the role of miR-101-3p in the progression of PE. METHODS miR-101-3p expression in placentas of pregnant women with or without PE was analyzed by real-time quantitative PCR (RT-qPCR). Trophoblastic HTR-8/SVneo and HPT-8 cell lines were cultured and underwent hypoxia/reoxygenation (H/R) treatment to mimic PE in vitro. Cell proliferation and invasion were analyzed in gain-of and loss-of-function assays. Finally, we undertook in vivo studies to explore effects of miR-101-3p in the PE model. RESULTS Compared to placentas from patients without PE, miR-101-3p expressed significantly higher in placentas from PE patients, and its level was positively correlated with the severity of patients. In vitro studies found that overexpression of miR-101-3p significantly suppressed cell proliferation and invasion, while knockdown of miR-101-3p reversed the impacts of H/R treatment. Further research showed that the expression of WD repeat domain 5 (WDR5) was significantly lower in placentas from patients with PE, and its level was negatively associated with the severity of patients. In vitro and in vivo studies confirmed that miR-101-3p promoted PE progression through the regulation of WD WDR5 expression. CONCLUSION Increased expression of miR-101-3p in placenta contributes to the development of PE by suppressing WDR5-mediated proliferation and invasion of trophoblast.
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- Xudong Zhao
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Liao Cheng People's Hospital, Liaocheng, China.,Department of Obstetrics, Shandong Provincial Hospital Affiliated to Shandong University, Jinan, China.,Department of Obstetrics, The Affiliated Taian City Central Hospital of Qingdao University, Taian, China
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- Department of Pharmacy, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Shandong First Medical University, Taian, China
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- Departments of Thoracic Surgery, The Affiliated Taian City Central Hospital of Qingdao University, Taian, China
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- Departments of Critical Care Medicine, The Affiliated Taian City Central Hospital of Qingdao University, Taian, China
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- Department of Obstetrics, The Affiliated Taian City Central Hospital of Qingdao University, Taian, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology Color Ultrasound, The Affiliated Taian City Central Hospital of Qingdao University, Taian, China
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- Department of Obstetrics, The Affiliated Taian City Central Hospital of Qingdao University, Taian, China
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- Department of Obstetrics, The Affiliated Taian City Central Hospital of Qingdao University, Taian, China
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- Department of Obstetrics, Shandong Provincial Hospital Affiliated to Shandong First Medical University, Jinan, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Liao Cheng People's Hospital, Liaocheng, China
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Dutta S, Banu SK, Arosh JA. Endocrine disruptors and endometriosis. Reprod Toxicol 2023; 115:56-73. [PMID: 36436816 DOI: 10.1016/j.reprotox.2022.11.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 14.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/14/2022] [Revised: 11/21/2022] [Accepted: 11/22/2022] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
Abstract
Endometriosis is a hormone-dependent inflammatory gynecological disease of reproductive-age women. It is clinically and pathologically characterized by the presence of functional endometrium as heterogeneous lesions outside the uterine cavity. The two major symptoms are chronic pelvic pain and infertility, which profoundly affect women's reproductive health and quality of life. This significant individual and public health concerns underscore the importance of understanding the pathogenesis of endometriosis. The environmental endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs) are exogenous agents that interfere with the synthesis, secretion, transport, signaling, or metabolism of hormones responsible for homeostasis, reproduction, and developmental processes. Endometriosis has been potentially linked to exposure to EDCs. In this review, based on the robust literature search, we have selected four endocrine disruptors (i) polychlorinated biphenyls (PCB)s (ii) dioxins (TCDD) (iii) bisphenol A (BPA) and its analogs and (iv) phthalates to elucidate their critical role in the etiopathogenesis of endometriosis. The epidemiological and experimental data discussed in this review indicate that these four EDCs activate multiple intracellular signaling pathways associated with proinflammation, estrogen, progesterone, prostaglandins, cell survival, apoptosis, migration, invasion, and growth of endometriosis. The available information strongly indicates that environmental exposure to EDCs such as PCBs, dioxins, BPA, and phthalates individually or collectively contribute to the pathophysiology of endometriosis. Further understanding of the molecular mechanisms of how these EDCs establish endometriosis and therapeutic strategies to mitigate the effects of these EDCs in the pathogenesis of endometriosis are timely needed. Moreover, understanding the interactive roles of these EDCs in the pathogenesis of endometriosis will help regulate the exposure to these EDCs in reproductive age women.
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- Sudipta Dutta
- Reproductive Endocrinology and Cell Signaling Laboratory, Department of Integrative Biosciences, College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Texas A&M University, 77843 College Station, TX, USA
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- Reproductive Endocrinology and Cell Signaling Laboratory, Department of Integrative Biosciences, College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Texas A&M University, 77843 College Station, TX, USA.
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- Reproductive Endocrinology and Cell Signaling Laboratory, Department of Integrative Biosciences, College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Texas A&M University, 77843 College Station, TX, USA.
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Li X, He S, Xiao H, He TT, Zhang JD, Luo ZR, Ma JZ, Yin YL, Luo L, Cao LY. Neonicotinoid insecticides promote breast cancer progression via G protein-coupled estrogen receptor: In vivo, in vitro and in silico studies. ENVIRONMENT INTERNATIONAL 2022; 170:107568. [PMID: 36240625 DOI: 10.1016/j.envint.2022.107568] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/05/2022] [Revised: 09/02/2022] [Accepted: 10/05/2022] [Indexed: 06/16/2023]
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Neonicotinoid insecticides (NIs) have been widely detected in environmental media and human body with concentrations reaching hundreds of nanomolar to micromolar levels. However, the information about their human health toxicology and mechanism is deficient. Previous studies have implied that NIs might exert estrogenic disruption and promote breast cancer progression, but the molecular mechanism is unclear, especially the molecular initiating event. G protein-coupled estrogen receptor (GPER), as a candidate therapeutic target, plays vital roles in the development of breast cancer. This work aimed to reveal the potential mechanism through GPER pathway. Firstly, we screened the activities of seven most common NIs on GPER signal pathway by calcium mobilization assay. Clothianidin, acetamiprid (ACE), and dinotefuran activated GPER most potently and ACE displayed the highest agonistic activity with the lowest observed effective concentration (LOEC) of 1 μM. The molecular docking and dynamics simulation showed favored interaction trend between the NIs and GPER. The three NIs with GPER activity induced 4T1 breast cancer cells migration and ACE showed the highest potency with LOEC of 100 nM. ACE also induced 4T1 cells proliferation at high concentration of 50 μM and up-regulated GPER expression in a dose-dependent manner. We speculated that both the induction effects of ACE on 4T1 cells proliferation and migration might be owing to the activation and up-regulation of GPER. By using 4T1-Luc cells injected orthotopic tumor model, we found that ACE also promoted in-situ breast cancer growth and lung metastasis in normal mouse dependent on GPER. However, ACE only promoted in-situ breast cancer growth through GPER but not lung metastasis in ovariectomized mice, implying that the ACE-induced lung metastasis should be related to endogenous estrogen from ovary. Overall, we demonstrated that NIs promoted breast cancer progression via GPER pathway at human related exposure levels and their female health risks need urgent concerns.
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- Xin Li
- College of Resources and Environment, Hunan Agricultural University, 1, Nongda Road, Furong District, Changsha 410128, China
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- College of Resources and Environment, Hunan Agricultural University, 1, Nongda Road, Furong District, Changsha 410128, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Structural Chemistry, Fujian Institute of Research on the Structure of Matter, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Fuzhou 350002, China
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- College of Resources and Environment, Hunan Agricultural University, 1, Nongda Road, Furong District, Changsha 410128, China
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- College of Resources and Environment, Hunan Agricultural University, 1, Nongda Road, Furong District, Changsha 410128, China
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- College of Resources and Environment, Hunan Agricultural University, 1, Nongda Road, Furong District, Changsha 410128, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Xiangya Third Hospital, Central South University, Changsha 410013, China
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- College of Resources and Environment, Hunan Agricultural University, 1, Nongda Road, Furong District, Changsha 410128, China
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- College of Resources and Environment, Hunan Agricultural University, 1, Nongda Road, Furong District, Changsha 410128, China
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- College of Resources and Environment, Hunan Agricultural University, 1, Nongda Road, Furong District, Changsha 410128, China.
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Sun F, Mo L, Lan Y, Lu Q, Wu N, Song H. WDR5 drives the development of cervical squamous cell carcinoma by inducing epithelial-mesenchymal transition and cancer-associated fibroblasts formation. Pathol Res Pract 2022; 238:154076. [PMID: 36055087 DOI: 10.1016/j.prp.2022.154076] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/26/2022] [Revised: 08/07/2022] [Accepted: 08/10/2022] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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BACKGROUND WD repeat domain 5 (WDR5) has been indicated to be involved in tumor progression, however, its role in cervical cancer (CC) has not been investigated yet. METHODS A total of 350 pairs of CC tissues and para-carcinoma tissues (PCT) were collected. Primary human cervical epithelial cells (hCECs) and cancer-associated fibroblasts (CAFs) were isolated from cervical cancer tissues. MM102 was used to block the interaction between WDR5 and mixed lineage leukemia protein-1 (MLL1), and it was used in vivo to investigate its therapeutic value. RESULTS WDR5 was up-regulated in cervical squamous cell carcinoma (CSCC) tissues compared to that in PCT. C-X-C motif chemokine ligand 8 (CXCL8) was indicated to be the target gene of WDR5. Highly expressed CXCL8 promoted epithelial-mesenchymal transition (EMT) to form CAFs, and enhanced the cytokine secretions in CAFs to promote CSCC progression. CXCL8 expression was regulated by the interaction between WDR5 and MLL1, and blocking the interaction between these two proteins using MM102 significantly suppressed tumor growth in mice models. CONCLUSIONS WDR5 plays a key role in CSCC progression by inducing CXCL8 expression and promoting the transformation of CAFs from epithelial cells.
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- Fangli Sun
- Department of Gynecologic Oncology, Guangxi Medical University Cancer Hospital, Nanning City, Guangxi Province, China
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- Department of Gynecologic Oncology, Guangxi Medical University Cancer Hospital, Nanning City, Guangxi Province, China
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- Department of Gynecologic Oncology, Guangxi Medical University Cancer Hospital, Nanning City, Guangxi Province, China
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- Department of Gynecologic Oncology, Guangxi Medical University Cancer Hospital, Nanning City, Guangxi Province, China
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- Department of Gynecologic Oncology, Guangxi Medical University Cancer Hospital, Nanning City, Guangxi Province, China
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- Department of Gynecologic Oncology, Guangxi Medical University Cancer Hospital, Nanning City, Guangxi Province, China.
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Song Z, Li H. Circ_0072995 drives cervical cancer development by regulating the miR-29a/WDR5 axis. J OBSTET GYNAECOL 2022; 42:3342-3348. [PMID: 36168936 DOI: 10.1080/01443615.2022.2125294] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/06/2023]
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Circular RNA_0072995 (Circ_0072995) is involved in the pathogenesis of cancers; however, no study has investigated its role in cervical cancer. Therefore, we aimed to investigate the function of circ_0072995 in cervical cancer. Normal human cervical epithelial cells (hCECs), HeLa cells, and forty female nude BALB/c mice were used. Immunohistochemistry, invasion assays, flow cytometric analysis, luciferase assays, and tumour volume measurements were performed to explore the potential mechanism. Circ_0072995 was significantly up-regulated in cancer tissues, and its level was markedly correlated with the International Federation of Gynecology and Obstetrics system (FIGO) staging. In vitro studies revealed that circ_0072995 interacts with miR-29a to induce WD repeat domain 5 (WDR5) expression and promotes the proliferation and invasion of cells, but inhibits apoptosis of cells. Knockdown of circ_0072995 or WDR5, or overexpression of miR-29a significantly inhibited tumour growth in vivo. In conclusion, circ_0072995 promoted cervical cancer development by inducing miR-29a-mediated WDR5 expression.Impact statementWhat is already known on this subject? Global Cancer Statistics 2020 estimated that there were 1 021,494 new cases of cervical cancer and 439 201 deaths from cervical cancer. Circ_0072995 was first shown to promote breast cancer development in 2018. Subsequent studies have revealed that circ_0072995 is also involved in the development of other cancers, including epithelial ovarian cancer and hepatocellular carcinoma. However, no studies have explored the association between circ_0072995 and cervical cancer.What do the results of this study add? We hypothesized that circ_0072995 drives cervical cancer development by sponging miRNAs and inducing the expression of key factors involved in tumorigenesis. Based on this hypothesis, we investigated the role of circ_0072995 in cervical cancer and paracancerous tissues and explored the underlying mechanism in both in vitro and in vivo studies.What are the implications of these findings for clinical practice and/or further research? For the first time, our study revealed the key role of WDR5 in cervical cancer progression regulated by circ_0072995. We first reported the promoting effects of circ_0072995 in cervical cancer development by inducing miR-29a mediated WDR5 expression and also revealed the therapeutic potential of circ_0072995, miR-29a, and WDR5 in cervical cancer.
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- Zhenzhen Song
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, China
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He H, Li X, Shen J, Bai S, Li C, Shi H. Bisphenol A exposure causes testicular toxicity by targeting DPY30-mediated post-translational modification of PI3K/AKT signaling in mice. ECOTOXICOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY 2022; 243:113996. [PMID: 36030680 DOI: 10.1016/j.ecoenv.2022.113996] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/14/2022] [Revised: 06/22/2022] [Accepted: 08/16/2022] [Indexed: 06/15/2023]
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Bisphenol A (BPA), one of the chemicals with the highest volume of production worldwide, has been demonstrated to cause testicular toxicity via different pathways. However, there is little evidence concerning the mechanism of BPA exposure induced histone modification alterations, especially regarding the effect on the histone H3 lysine 4 (H3K4) epigenetic modification. Our results demonstrated a new epigenetic regulation of BPA exposure on testicular damage using both cell culture and mouse models. With BPA treatment, disordered and shrunken seminiferous tubules and poor sperm quality were observed in vivo, and mouse spermatogonial germ cell proliferation was inhibited in vitro. BPA attenuated PI3K expression inducing phospho-AKT inhibition in vivo and in vitro. DPY30 was the only downregulated subunit in BPA and MEK2206 (AKT inhibitor) treated cells, which contributed to reducing H3K4me3 recruitment at the PIK3CA transcriptional start site (TSS) in BPA treated cells. The toxicity caused by BPA exposure was relieved after the transduction of adenoviruses expressing DPY30 transgenes, which resulted in the stimulation of PI3K/AKT with H3K4me3 enriched at the PI3KCA TSS. DPY30 promoted cell glycolysis via AMPK and proliferation through AKT/P21. DPY30 was mainly located in the round and elongated spermatids for energy accumulation in mature sperm in AD-DPY30-treated mice which showed higher sperm quality. Overall, our results indicated that BPA exposure causes testicular toxicity through a DPY30-mediated H3K4me3 epigenetic modification, which serves to regulate the PI3K/AKT/P21 pathway.
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- Huanshan He
- College of Animal Science and Technology, Northwest A&F University, Yangling, Shaanxi 712100, China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Northwest A&F University, Yangling, Shaanxi 712100, China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Northwest A&F University, Yangling, Shaanxi 712100, China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Northwest A&F University, Yangling, Shaanxi 712100, China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Northwest A&F University, Yangling, Shaanxi 712100, China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Northwest A&F University, Yangling, Shaanxi 712100, China.
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Chung MS, Han SJ. Endometriosis-Associated Angiogenesis and Anti-angiogenic Therapy for Endometriosis. Front Glob Womens Health 2022; 3:856316. [PMID: 35449709 PMCID: PMC9016174 DOI: 10.3389/fgwh.2022.856316] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/17/2022] [Accepted: 02/24/2022] [Indexed: 01/02/2023] Open
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Endometriosis is a known estrogen-dependent inflammatory disease affecting reproductive-aged women. Common symptoms include pelvic pain, dysmenorrhea, dyspareunia, heavy menstrual bleeding, and infertility. The exact etiology of endometriosis is largely unknown, and, thus, the diagnosis and treatment of endometriosis are challenging. A complex interplay of many molecular mechanisms is thought to aid in the progression of endometriosis, most notably angiogenesis. This mini-review examines our current knowledge of the molecular etiology of endometriosis-associated angiogenesis and discusses anti-angiogenic therapy, in the blockade of endometriosis-associated angiogenesis, as potential non-hormonal therapy for the treatment of endometriosis.
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- Monica S. Chung
- Division of Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility, Department of Ob/Gyn, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX, United States
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- Laboratory of Dan L. Duncan Cancer Center and Reproductive Medicine, Department of Molecular and Cellular Biology, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX, United States
- *Correspondence: Sang Jun Han
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Cao Y, Chen Z, Zhang M, Shi L, Qin S, Lv D, Li D, Ma L, Zhang Y. Maternal exposure to bisphenol A induces fetal growth restriction via upregulating the expression of estrogen receptors. CHEMOSPHERE 2022; 287:132244. [PMID: 34537452 DOI: 10.1016/j.chemosphere.2021.132244] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/26/2021] [Revised: 08/23/2021] [Accepted: 09/11/2021] [Indexed: 06/13/2023]
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Bisphenol A (BPA) accumulation in the placenta leads to fetal growth restriction (FGR). Here we aimed to explore the effect and the underlying mechanism of BPA exposure on fetal development. ELISA was performed to measure estrogen levels in human placenta and BeWo cells. qRT-PCR and Western blotting were conducted to determine the expression of estrogen receptors (ERs), breast cancer resistance protein (BCRP), the key enzymes for ER synthesis, and DNA methyltransferases (DNMTs). Bisulfite-sequencing PCR analysis was performed to measure CpG methylation in ER genes. Flow cytometry was used to examine cell apoptosis. We found that human FGR placentae had significantly increased BPA and estrogen levels and decreased BCRP levels compared with healthy placentae. BPA downregulated BCRP expression via ERs, and BCRP silencing promoted ER expression in BeWo cells. Compared with vehicle treatment, BPA treatment significantly enhanced the expression of key enzymes for estrogen synthesis and ERs in BeWo cells. BPA treatment inhibited CpG methylation in ER genes, along with downregulated DNMT1 expression and upregulated DNMT3a and DNMT3b expression. BPA treatment significantly promoted BeWo cell apoptosis compared with vehicle treatment. Importantly, ER inhibitor ICI-182780 significantly reversed all the BPA-induced effects on BeWo cells. In conclusion, BPA promotes estrogen production and cell apoptosis in BeWo cells via upregulating ER expression, leading to FGR.
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- Yuming Cao
- Department of Gynaecology and Obstetrics, Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan, Hubei, 430071, China; Reproductive Medicine Center, Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan, Hubei, 430071, China; Clinical Medicine Research Center for Prenatal Diagnosis and Birth Health, Wuhan, Hubei, 430071, China
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- Department of Gynaecology and Obstetrics, Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan, Hubei, 430071, China; Reproductive Medicine Center, Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan, Hubei, 430071, China; Clinical Medicine Research Center for Prenatal Diagnosis and Birth Health, Wuhan, Hubei, 430071, China
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- Reproductive Medicine Center, Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan, Hubei, 430071, China; Clinical Medicine Research Center for Prenatal Diagnosis and Birth Health, Wuhan, Hubei, 430071, China
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- Reproductive Medicine Center, Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan, Hubei, 430071, China
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- Reproductive Medicine Center, Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan, Hubei, 430071, China
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- Reproductive Medicine Center, Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan, Hubei, 430071, China
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- Reproductive Medicine Center, Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan, Hubei, 430071, China
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- Reproductive Medicine Center, Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan, Hubei, 430071, China; Clinical Medicine Research Center for Prenatal Diagnosis and Birth Health, Wuhan, Hubei, 430071, China.
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- Department of Gynaecology and Obstetrics, Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan, Hubei, 430071, China; Reproductive Medicine Center, Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan, Hubei, 430071, China; Clinical Medicine Research Center for Prenatal Diagnosis and Birth Health, Wuhan, Hubei, 430071, China.
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Shi L, Xue X, Tian H, Ye H, Wang H, Wang R, Liu Y, Zhang C, Chen Q, Sun L. WEE1 promotes endometriosis via the Wnt/β-catenin signaling pathway. Reprod Biol Endocrinol 2021; 19:161. [PMID: 34686198 PMCID: PMC8532311 DOI: 10.1186/s12958-021-00844-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/27/2021] [Accepted: 09/26/2021] [Indexed: 12/16/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Endometriosis, the presence of active endometrial tissue outside the lining membrane of the uterine cavity, is a common disease in women of childbearing age. The ectopic endometrium has some characteristics of tumor tissue, including invasive and migratory abilities. In addition, endometriosis is associated with inflammation and reduced cellular apoptosis. METHODS Western blot analysis, qPCR, immunohistochemistry, immunofluorescence microscopy, Transwell assay, wound healing assay, and TUNEL staining. RESULTS Interleukin-1β (IL-1β) induced WEE1 expression in endometrial stromal cells (ESCs), suggesting that WEE1 may be upregulated during the endometriosis-induced inflammatory response. Overexpression of WEE1 in cultured ESCs promoted ESC migration while inhibiting apoptosis, whereas WEE1 knockdown reduced ESC migration while promoting apoptosis. Inhibition of WEE1 attenuates fibrosis in ESCs and female C57BL/6 J mice. This pro-fibrotic effect of WEE1 was significantly decreased by treatment with the Wnt/β-catenin inhibitor XAV939, suggesting that WEE1 acts via the Wnt/β-catenin signaling pathway. CONCLUSION Our study demonstrates that WEE1 promotes ESC migration and fibrosis via the Wnt/β-catenin signaling pathway. Thus, WEE1 may serve as a potential therapeutic target for the treatment of endometriosis.
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- Liya Shi
- Department of Reproductive Medicine Center, Shanghai East Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine, 150 Jimo Road, Pudong New Area, Shanghai, 200120, China
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- Department of Reproductive Medicine Center, Shanghai East Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine, 150 Jimo Road, Pudong New Area, Shanghai, 200120, China
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- Department of Reproductive Medicine Center, Shanghai East Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine, 150 Jimo Road, Pudong New Area, Shanghai, 200120, China
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- Department of Reproductive Medicine Center, Shanghai East Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine, 150 Jimo Road, Pudong New Area, Shanghai, 200120, China
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- Department of Reproductive Medicine Center, Shanghai East Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine, 150 Jimo Road, Pudong New Area, Shanghai, 200120, China
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- Department of Reproductive Medicine Center, Shanghai East Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine, 150 Jimo Road, Pudong New Area, Shanghai, 200120, China
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- Department of Reproductive Medicine Center, Shanghai East Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine, 150 Jimo Road, Pudong New Area, Shanghai, 200120, China
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- Department of Reproductive Medicine Center, Shanghai East Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine, 150 Jimo Road, Pudong New Area, Shanghai, 200120, China
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- Department of Assisted Reproduction, Shanghai Ninth People's Hospital, Shanghai JiaoTong University School of Medicine, 639 Zhizaoju Road, Shanghai, 200011, China.
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- Department of Reproductive Medicine Center, Shanghai East Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine, 150 Jimo Road, Pudong New Area, Shanghai, 200120, China.
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Zhang Y, Zhang H, Wu S. LncRNA-CCDC144NL-AS1 Promotes the Development of Hepatocellular Carcinoma by Inducing WDR5 Expression via Sponging miR-940. J Hepatocell Carcinoma 2021; 8:333-348. [PMID: 33977095 PMCID: PMC8104990 DOI: 10.2147/jhc.s306484] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/12/2021] [Accepted: 04/13/2021] [Indexed: 12/19/2022] Open
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Purpose This work was initiated to offer solid evidence regarding the expression and roles of long noncoding RNA (lncRNA) CCDC144NL-AS1 in hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC). Patients and Methods Cell Counting Kit-8 assay, flow cytometric analysis, and invasion assays were used to explore the malignant biological characteristics of cells. Immunohistochemistry (IHC), Western blotting analysis, and real-time quantitative PCR (RT-qPCR) were used to analyze the expression level of related proteins and nucleic acids. Bl6/Rag2/GammaC double knockout mice were used for HCC modeling to address the therapeutic value of CCDC144NL-AS1. Results CCDC144NL-AS1 was significantly upregulated in HCC tissue and had a marked relationship with the 5-year prognosis. In vitro study revealed that CCDC144NL-AS1 was highly expressed in HCC cell line MHCC97H but lowly expressed in normal hepatic cell line L02. Overexpression of CCDC144NL-AS1 in L02 enhanced the invasion and proliferation abilities of cells but inhibited the apoptosis rate. Knockdown of CCDC144NL-AS1 in MHCC97H weakened the invasion and proliferation abilities of cells but increased the apoptosis rate. CCDC144NL-AS1 was found to sponge miR-940 to induce the expression of WD repeat domain 5 (WDR5). ChIP-seq analysis identified that matrix metalloproteinase (MMP) 2, MMP9, and cyclin-dependent kinase (CDK) 1, CDK2, and CDK4 were all targets of WDR5. The recruitment of WDR5 to the promoter of these target genes upregulated the histone H3 lysine 4 trimethylation (H3K4me3) level in these regions and further induced the transcription of MMP2, MMP9, CDK1, CDK2, and CDK4. In vivo study revealed that compared to the normal liver tissue, CCDC144NL-AS1, WDR5, MMP2, MMP9, CDK1, CDK2, and CDK4 were all significantly upregulated in HCC tissue from the same mouse, while miR-940 was decreased. Besides, knockdown of CCDC144NL-AS1 or WDR5 or overexpression of miR-940 could all inhibit tumor growth. Conclusion CCDC144NL-AS1 drives HCC development by inducing MMP2/MMP9 and CDK1/CDK2/CDK4 expressions through miR-940/WDR5-regulated epigenetic pathway.
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- Yingying Zhang
- Department of Infectious Diseases, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, Henan, 450052, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Infectious Diseases, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, Henan, 450052, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Infectious Diseases, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, Henan, 450052, People's Republic of China
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